2009 Honda Jazz vs. 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix

To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 19 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 3,352 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2009 Honda Jazz. (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Jazz.

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, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix (291 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Jazz.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Honda Jazz 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix
Make Honda Pontiac
Model Jazz Grand Prix
Year Released 2009 1990
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1497 cc 3352 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 118 HP 208 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 145 Nm 291 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 3910 mm 4930 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1700 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 42 L 76 L


 

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