1990 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 2005 Rover 25
To start off, 2005 Rover 25 is newer by 15 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 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 61 more horse power than 2005 Rover 25. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 125 kg more than 2005 Rover 25. 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, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 25. (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 25.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Pontiac Grand Am | 2005 Rover 25 | |
Make | Pontiac | Rover |
Model | Grand Am | 25 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 50 L |