2000 MCC ForTwo vs. 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2000 MCC ForTwo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix (205 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2000 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 929 kg more than 2000 MCC ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 MCC ForTwo 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 2000 MCC ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix (298 Nm) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (70 Nm). This means 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 MCC ForTwo | 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | MCC | Pontiac |
| Model | ForTwo | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 597 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2740 mm |
