1973 Mini MK III vs. 1990 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mini MK III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mini MK III 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 129 more horse power than 1973 Mini MK III. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1973 Mini MK III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 623 kg more than 1973 Mini MK III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mini MK III. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mini MK III. 1990 Pontiac Grand Am has automatic transmission and 1973 Mini MK III has manual transmission. 1973 Mini MK III will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Pontiac Grand Am will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mini MK III | 1990 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Mini | Pontiac |
| Model | MK III | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2630 mm |
