1989 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 2001 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2001 Toyota Tundra is newer by 12 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Tundra (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1989 Pontiac Grand Am. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1989 Pontiac Grand Am.
Because 2001 Toyota Tundra 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 2001 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 2001 Toyota Tundra (427 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Pontiac Grand Am. (237 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Pontiac Grand Am. 2001 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1989 Pontiac Grand Am has manual transmission. 1989 Pontiac Grand Am will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Pontiac Grand Am | 2001 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Am | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 45 L |
