1990 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 19 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 134 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 604 kg more than 2009 Tata Indica. 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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2009 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Pontiac | Tata |
| Model | Grand Prix | Indica |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3352 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 37 L |
