2003 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix (174 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 255 kg more than 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix has automatic transmission and 1991 Toyota Bandeirante has manual transmission. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix | 1991 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Prix | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2290 mm |
