1963 Ford Cortina vs. 1990 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am (163 HP) has 114 more horse power than 1963 Ford Cortina. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Cortina.
Because 1963 Ford Cortina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Am (237 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Cortina. (90 Nm). This means 1990 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Cortina | 1990 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Cortina | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 69 L |
