1995 Ford Escort vs. 1989 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 6 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 50 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 5 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort. 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, 1989 Pontiac Grand Am (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Escort | 1989 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Escort | Grand Am |
Year Released | 1995 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |