1968 Morris Minor vs. 1990 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morris Minor 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 @ 5600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1968 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1968 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 410 kg more than 1968 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Morris Minor 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 Morris Minor. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Morris Minor | 1990 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Morris | Pontiac |
Model | Minor | Grand Am |
Year Released | 1968 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 69 L |