1990 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix. (140 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 105 kg more than 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix. 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 Oldsmobile Toronado (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix. (244 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Pontiac |
| Model | Toronado | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2740 mm |
