1999 Toyota Corolla vs. 1989 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1999 Toyota Corolla is newer by 10 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 78 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 75 kg more than 1999 Toyota Corolla. 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Corolla. (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Toyota Corolla | 1989 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Toyota | Pontiac |
Model | Corolla | Grand Am |
Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1332 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 69 L |