1993 Honda Accord vs. 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1993 Honda Accord. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 249 kg more than 1993 Honda Accord. 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, 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Accord. 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix has automatic transmission and 1993 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1993 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Accord | 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | Accord | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
