2004 Holden Zafira vs. 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2004 Holden Zafira is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,352 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2004 Holden Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 149 kg more than 2004 Holden Zafira. 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, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix (291 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Zafira. 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix has automatic transmission and 2004 Holden Zafira has manual transmission. 2004 Holden Zafira will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Zafira | 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Holden | Pontiac |
| Model | Zafira | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2790 mm |
