2007 Ford F-250 vs. 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2007 Ford F-250 is newer by 17 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 4,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1283 kg more than 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 2007 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-250 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, 2007 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix. (291 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford F-250 | 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | F-250 | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 3352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2892 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 76 L |
