1993 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 1997 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1997 SsangYong Korando is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 SsangYong Korando (216 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix. (141 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 490 kg more than 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix. (244 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Pontiac Grand Prix | 1997 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Pontiac | SsangYong |
Model | Grand Prix | Korando |
Year Released | 1993 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3128 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |