2009 Ford Expedition vs. 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 7,460 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 839 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix (515 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Expedition. (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Expedition | 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Expedition | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 7460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 59 L |