1990 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2004 Saturn L
To start off, 2004 Saturn L is newer by 14 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 70 more horse power than 2004 Saturn L. (135 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2004 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 289 kg more than 2004 Saturn L. 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 (298 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Saturn L. (199 Nm). This means 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2004 Saturn L | |
| Make | Pontiac | Saturn |
| Model | Grand Prix | L |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2630 mm |
