1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, both 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 and 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix were released in the same year (1990). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,352 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 475 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix (291 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Pontiac |
Model | 33 | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 1990 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1712 cc | 3352 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1609 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |