2009 Nissan Quest vs. 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2009 Nissan Quest is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix. (205 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 123 kg more than 2009 Nissan Quest.
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, 2009 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Quest | 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Quest | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3492 cc | 3097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 76 L |
