1989 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 1993 Renault Express
To start off, 1993 Renault Express is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Pontiac Grand Am 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 118 more horse power than 1993 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 415 kg more than 1993 Renault Express. 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, 1989 Pontiac Grand Am (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Express. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Pontiac Grand Am | 1993 Renault Express | |
Make | Pontiac | Renault |
Model | Grand Am | Express |
Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2590 mm |