1989 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 is newer by 24 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 2,489 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 3 (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1989 Pontiac Grand Am. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1989 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 3 weights approximately 148 kg more than 1989 Pontiac Grand Am. 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 3. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Pontiac Grand Am | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Mazda |
| Model | Grand Am | 3 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 55 L |
