1998 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, both 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta and 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta (321 HP) has 148 more horse power than 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix. (173 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 101 kg more than 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta.
Because 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta 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 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta (426 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix. (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix. 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix has automatic transmission and 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta has manual transmission. 1998 De Tomaso Mangusta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 De Tomaso Mangusta | 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | De Tomaso | Pontiac |
Model | Mangusta | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3128 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 173 HP |
Torque | 426 Nm | 264 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1501 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3110 mm |