1990 Plymouth Colt vs. 2005 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Plymouth Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Plymouth Colt would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1990 Plymouth Colt. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1990 Plymouth Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 407 kg more than 1990 Plymouth Colt. 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, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am (285 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Plymouth Colt. (123 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Plymouth Colt | 2005 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Plymouth | Pontiac |
| Model | Colt | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2810 mm |
