1999 Honda Z vs. 1990 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1999 Honda Z is newer by 9 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 112 more horse power than 1999 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 275 kg more than 1999 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Z 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, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Z | 1990 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | Z | Grand Am |
Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 69 L |