2000 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 1992 Renault Alpine
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Renault Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault Alpine would be higher. At 5,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1992 Renault Alpine. (251 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault Alpine weights approximately 73 kg more than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 1992 Renault Alpine 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 1992 Renault Alpine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1992 Renault Alpine (351 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. (203 Nm). This means 1992 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix has automatic transmission and 1992 Renault Alpine has manual transmission. 1992 Renault Alpine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix | 1992 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Grand Prix | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5699 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2350 mm |
