1990 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2008 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 18 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 26 more horse power than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2008 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 179 kg more than 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 2008 Cadillac CTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (233 Nm). This means 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2008 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Pontiac | Cadillac |
| Model | Grand Prix | CTS |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 1788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2890 mm |
