2004 Nissan Frontier vs. 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix (205 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 221 kg more than 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix (298 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (274 Nm). This means 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Frontier | 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Frontier | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3278 cc | 3097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1786 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 76 L |
