2001 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 1987 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix (200 HP) has 117 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Carina. (83 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 538 kg more than 1987 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Carina. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix | 1987 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Prix | Carina |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 83 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 61 L |
