1990 Ford Mustang vs. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am (176 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1990 Ford Mustang. (105 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 146 kg more than 1990 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Ford Mustang 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 1990 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Mustang | 2002 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Mustang | Grand Am |
Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 3350 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1406 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 54 L |