1992 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 1992 Porsche 968
To start off, both 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix and 1992 Porsche 968 were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,127 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 968 (241 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix. (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 60 kg more than 1992 Porsche 968.
Because 1992 Porsche 968 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 1992 Porsche 968. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix. (244 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix. 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix has automatic transmission and 1992 Porsche 968 has manual transmission. 1992 Porsche 968 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Pontiac Grand Prix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Pontiac Grand Prix | 1992 Porsche 968 | |
Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
Model | Grand Prix | 968 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3127 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 104 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 92 L |