1996 Dodge Ram vs. 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1996 Dodge Ram is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 7,460 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 743 kg more than 1996 Dodge Ram.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix (515 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Ram. (447 Nm). This means 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Ram | 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Ram | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5200 cc | 7460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 256 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3530 mm | 3000 mm |
