1999 Oldsmobile SS vs. 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1999 Oldsmobile SS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Oldsmobile SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Oldsmobile SS (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile SS should accelerate faster than 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1999 Oldsmobile SS (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Oldsmobile SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Oldsmobile SS | 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Pontiac |
| Model | SS | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 66 L |
