1990 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 1996 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 6 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 3,135 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 138 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. (67 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 384 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. (120 Nm). This means 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix | 1996 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Pontiac | Suzuki |
| Model | Grand Prix | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1904 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2210 mm |
