2009 Honda Civic vs. 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 277 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | Civic | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3135 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |