1990 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 is newer by 22 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 6 (272 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 6 weights approximately 386 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, 2012 Mazda 6 (364 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am. 2012 Mazda 6 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. 2012 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Pontiac Grand Am | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Mazda |
| Model | Grand Am | 6 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1621 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 70 L |
