2004 Nissan Xterra vs. 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2004 Nissan Xterra 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 66 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (181 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 50 kg more than 2004 Nissan Xterra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix (462 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (270 Nm). This means 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Xterra | 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Xterra | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3278 cc | 6547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 462 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 38 L |
