1989 Innocenti 990 vs. 2005 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Innocenti 990 would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1989 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1989 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 692 kg more than 1989 Innocenti 990. 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, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am (285 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Innocenti 990 | 2005 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Innocenti | Pontiac |
| Model | 990 | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2810 mm |
