1968 Ford Zephyr vs. 1989 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1989 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Zephyr would be higher. Both 1968 Ford Zephyr and 1989 Pontiac Grand Am are equipped with a 1,996 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Pontiac Grand Am (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1968 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 19 kg more than 1989 Pontiac Grand Am.
Because 1968 Ford Zephyr 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 1968 Ford Zephyr. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Pontiac Grand Am (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Zephyr. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Zephyr | 1989 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Zephyr | Grand Am |
Year Released | 1968 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 69 L |