2007 SsangYong Stavic vs. 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Stavic (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix. (158 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 572 kg more than 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 SsangYong Stavic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Stavic 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 SsangYong Stavic (343 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix. (203 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 SsangYong Stavic | 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | SsangYong | Pontiac |
| Model | Stavic | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2696 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2007 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |
