1994 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2013 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2013 GMC Terrain is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Terrain (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Terrain weights approximately 363 kg more than 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 GMC Terrain is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Terrain 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, 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2013 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Pontiac | GMC |
| Model | Grand Prix | Terrain |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1833 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2857 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 71 L |
