1990 Dodge Stealth vs. 1985 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1990 Dodge Stealth is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Pontiac Grand Am would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. (90 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 600 kg more than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Stealth will offer significantly more control. 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 Dodge Stealth (429 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Dodge Stealth | 1985 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
Model | Stealth | Grand Am |
Year Released | 1990 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 429 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2630 mm |