1990 Buick Electra vs. 2001 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Electra (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Grand Am. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Electra weights approximately 145 kg more than 2001 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, 1990 Buick Electra (285 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Grand Am. (278 Nm). This means 1990 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Electra | 2001 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Buick | Pontiac |
Model | Electra | Grand Am |
Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 278 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2720 mm |