1989 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,009 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. (176 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 474 kg more than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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 Chevrolet Blazer (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Blazer | 2002 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Blazer | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5009 cc | 3350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
