1989 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 1983 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1989 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Pontiac Grand Am (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 260 kg more than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Pontiac Grand Am (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Pontiac Grand Am | 1983 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Grand Am | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1989 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1588 cc |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |