1998 Dodge Ram vs. 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1998 Dodge Ram is newer by 29 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. In terms of performance, 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 265 kg more than 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix.
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 @ 2800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Ram | 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
Model | Ram | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 1998 | 1969 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3905 cc | 7460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3000 mm |