2009 Opel Vivaro vs. 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2009 Opel Vivaro 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix (205 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2009 Opel Vivaro. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 4 kg more than 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix.
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 (298 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Vivaro. (240 Nm). This means 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Vivaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Opel Vivaro | 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Opel | Pontiac |
| Model | Vivaro | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2740 mm |
