1990 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 1997 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 1997 Dodge Intrepid is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac Grand Am would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Intrepid (214 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 270 kg more than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am. 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, 1997 Dodge Intrepid (339 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am. 1997 Dodge Intrepid has automatic transmission and 1990 Pontiac Grand Am has manual transmission. 1990 Pontiac Grand Am will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Dodge Intrepid will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Pontiac Grand Am | 1997 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Pontiac | Dodge |
| Model | Grand Am | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 214 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5123 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 68 L |
