1991 Pontiac Grand Prix

Although ranked as a midsize, it looks like a big old American car, but it's sloping hood and rear deck lines and the stylish coupe trims add a touch of sportiness to what is a roomy, practical, and affordable family car. In the words of one fan, the Grand Prix is "better and faster than any Mustang!"

For the 1991 Grand Prix, there's a new SE sedan to go along with the LE and sportier STE. The Turbo coupe is history in place of a GTP coupe, which features a brand new engine - a 3.4-liter, DOHC V6 that hits 210 hp when paired with a 5-speed manual transmission and 200 hp with a new 4-speed automatic. The STE, which shares a lot of performance features with the GTP, has a 3.1-liter, 140-hp V6. The new 3.4 V6 is an option on all trims but the LE sedan. Otherwise, the standard engine is the 2.3-liter, 160-hp Quad 4 with the automatic transmission. The LE coupe is also gone in 1991. Other minor changes include a new grille and four headlights on all coupes.

As always, the 1991 Grand Prix suffers from brake problems along with a growing list of other repairs that are usually expensive, say owners. Some drivers mention that the door handles seem to break off easily and the fuel light never goes off. Limited legroom in the backseat, particularly in the coupe, is also mentioned. Grand Am fans like its sporty handling, V6 speed and power, and its stylish looks. The interior is roomy, well laid out, and full of a lot of standard features.