2004 Ford Freestar vs. 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2004 Ford Freestar is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2004 Ford Freestar. (191 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestar weights approximately 140 kg more than 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestar, 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, 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix (462 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Freestar. (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Freestar | 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Freestar | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 6547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 462 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 38 L |
