1990 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2006 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 16 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 144 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 394 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2006 Suzuki Jimny 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 (291 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2006 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Pontiac | Suzuki |
| Model | Grand Prix | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3352 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 40 L |
