1989 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 2010 Citroen C5
To start off, 2010 Citroen C5 is newer by 21 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 49 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C5 weights approximately 211 kg more than 1989 Pontiac Grand Am.
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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Pontiac Grand Am | 2010 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Citroen |
| Model | Grand Am | C5 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 66 L |
