1990 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2011 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i40 is newer by 21 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 95 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i40. (113 HP @ 400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 29 kg more than 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix.
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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i40. (260 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2011 Hyundai i40 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Hyundai |
| Model | Grand Prix | i40 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3352 cc | 1685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 400 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 17:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2770 mm |
