1992 Honda Integra vs. 1990 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1992 Honda Integra is newer by 2 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 57 more horse power than 1992 Honda Integra. (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 225 kg more than 1992 Honda Integra. 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Integra. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Integra. 1990 Pontiac Grand Am has automatic transmission and 1992 Honda Integra has manual transmission. 1992 Honda Integra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Pontiac Grand Am will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Integra | 1990 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | Integra | Grand Am |
Year Released | 1992 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2630 mm |