1990 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 11 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 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 481 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.
Because 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am. 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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. 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Pontiac Grand Am | 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Pontiac | Jeep |
| Model | Grand Am | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
