2003 Ford Expedition vs. 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2003 Ford Expedition is newer by 34 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, both vehicles can yield 256 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Expedition weights approximately 685 kg more than 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 2003 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition will offer significantly more control. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Expedition. (467 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Expedition | 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Expedition | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1969 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 7460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2490 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3000 mm |
