2000 Fiat Scudo vs. 1990 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2000 Fiat Scudo is newer by 10 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 85 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Scudo. (78 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Scudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 200 kg more than 2000 Fiat Scudo. 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Scudo. (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Scudo. 1990 Pontiac Grand Am has automatic transmission and 2000 Fiat Scudo has manual transmission. 2000 Fiat Scudo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Pontiac Grand Am will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Fiat Scudo | 1990 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
Model | Scudo | Grand Am |
Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |