1990 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 1992 Volvo 460
To start off, 1992 Volvo 460 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. 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 90 more horse power than 1992 Volvo 460. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1992 Volvo 460. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 559 kg more than 1992 Volvo 460. 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volvo 460. (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix | 1992 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
| Model | Grand Prix | 460 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3352 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
