1989 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 20 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 3,823 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix. (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 995 kg more than 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix. (203 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 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 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
| Model | Grand Prix | 911 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 3823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |
