1994 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 1966 Rover P5
To start off, 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Rover P5 would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1966 Rover P5. (122 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1966 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Rover P5 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 1966 Rover P5 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 1966 Rover P5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Rover P5. (217 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Rover P5. 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix has automatic transmission and 1966 Rover P5 has manual transmission. 1966 Rover P5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix | 1966 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Rover |
| Model | Grand Prix | P5 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 54 L |
