1974 Ford Capri vs. 1990 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Capri 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 66 more horse power than 1974 Ford Capri. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 203 kg more than 1974 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Ford Capri 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 1974 Ford Capri. 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Capri. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Ford Capri | 1990 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Capri | Grand Am |
Year Released | 1974 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2630 mm |