1990 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 1951 Renault Fregate
To start off, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Renault Fregate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Renault Fregate would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Renault Fregate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1951 Renault Fregate. (56 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1951 Renault Fregate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Renault Fregate weights approximately 60 kg more than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am.
Because 1951 Renault Fregate 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 1951 Renault Fregate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Renault Fregate. (131 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Renault Fregate.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Pontiac Grand Am | 1951 Renault Fregate | |
Make | Pontiac | Renault |
Model | Grand Am | Fregate |
Year Released | 1990 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |