1990 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 1948 Tatra Tatraplan
To start off, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Tatra Tatraplan would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix (205 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 433 kg more than 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Tatra Tatraplan 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 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix (298 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Tatra Tatraplan. (118 Nm). This means 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Tatra Tatraplan.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Pontiac Grand Prix | 1948 Tatra Tatraplan | |
Make | Pontiac | Tatra |
Model | Grand Prix | Tatraplan |
Year Released | 1990 | 1948 |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 118 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |