1991 Nissan Vanette vs. 1989 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1991 Nissan Vanette is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Pontiac Grand Am would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Pontiac Grand Am (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 195 kg more than 1989 Pontiac Grand Am.
Because 1991 Nissan Vanette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Nissan Vanette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Grand Am, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Pontiac Grand Am (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Vanette.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Nissan Vanette | 1989 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
Model | Vanette | Grand Am |
Year Released | 1991 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1952 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2080 mm | 2630 mm |