1994 GMC Typhoon vs. 1989 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1994 GMC Typhoon is newer by 5 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 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 GMC Typhoon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 GMC Typhoon (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1989 Pontiac Grand Am. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 GMC Typhoon should accelerate faster than 1989 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 GMC Typhoon weights approximately 500 kg more than 1989 Pontiac Grand Am. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 GMC Typhoon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Pontiac Grand Am. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 GMC Typhoon will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 GMC Typhoon (474 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Pontiac Grand Am. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 GMC Typhoon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
1994 GMC Typhoon | 1989 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | GMC | Pontiac |
Model | Typhoon | Grand Am |
Year Released | 1994 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4298 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2630 mm |