2012 Kia Optima vs. 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2012 Kia Optima is newer by 22 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 42 more horse power than 2012 Kia Optima. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 26 kg more than 2012 Kia Optima. 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, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix (291 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Optima. (209 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Kia Optima | 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Kia | Pontiac |
| Model | Optima | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 3352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1583 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4844 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1831 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1455 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2797 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 76 L |
