1990 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 16 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 55 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 260 kg more than 2006 Smart ForFour. 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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Pontiac Grand Am | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Pontiac | Smart |
Model | Grand Am | ForFour |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 52 L |