1990 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2000 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2000 Toyota Celica is newer by 10 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 131 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Celica. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Celica weights approximately 1 kg more than 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 2000 Toyota Celica 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, 2000 Toyota Celica 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, 2000 Toyota Celica (622 Nm) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix. (298 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2000 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Prix | Celica |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 622 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2440 mm |
