1989 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2006 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tundra is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tundra (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix. (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 80 kg more than 2006 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2006 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Toyota Tundra (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix. (203 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2006 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Prix | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 100 L |
