1990 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 1968 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1968 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 65 kg more than 1968 Triumph 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Pontiac Grand Am | 1968 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Triumph |
| Model | Grand Am | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 64 L |
