1990 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 1978 Volvo 66
To start off, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1978 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1978 Volvo 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 405 kg more than 1978 Volvo 66. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Volvo 66 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 1978 Volvo 66. 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) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volvo 66. (94 Nm). This means 1990 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Pontiac Grand Am | 1978 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
| Model | Grand Am | 66 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
