1971 Mazda 110 S vs. 1990 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda 110 S 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 55 more horse power than 1971 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 275 kg more than 1971 Mazda 110 S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda 110 S | 1990 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | 110 S | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 1996 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2630 mm |
