1992 Nissan Pintara vs. 1990 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1992 Nissan Pintara 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 52 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Pintara. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Pintara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 75 kg more than 1992 Nissan Pintara. 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Pintara. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Pintara.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Nissan Pintara | 1990 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
Model | Pintara | Grand Am |
Year Released | 1992 | 1990 |
Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2630 mm |