2009 Land Rover LR2 vs. 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 20 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (227 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix. (158 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR2 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, 2009 Land Rover LR2 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, 2009 Land Rover LR2 (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix. (203 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix. 2009 Land Rover LR2 has automatic transmission and 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix has manual transmission. 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover LR2 | 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Land Rover | Pontiac |
| Model | LR2 | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3192 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
