1990 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 1999 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1999 Toyota Camry is newer by 9 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 82 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Camry. (126 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 234 kg more than 1999 Toyota Camry. 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Camry. (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Pontiac Grand Prix | 1999 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Grand Prix | Camry |
Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3352 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
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 | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2680 mm |