1993 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2000 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2000 Toyota Mark II is newer by 7 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 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Mark II (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix. (141 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 50 kg more than 2000 Toyota Mark II.
Because 2000 Toyota Mark II 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 2000 Toyota Mark II. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix (244 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Mark II. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2000 Toyota Mark II | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Grand Prix | Mark II |
Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3128 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 73 L |