2002 Ford Ranger vs. 1990 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2002 Ford Ranger is newer by 12 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2002 Ford Ranger. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Ranger weights approximately 485 kg more than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am.
Because 2002 Ford Ranger 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, 2002 Ford Ranger 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) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Ranger. (207 Nm). This means 1990 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Ranger. 1990 Pontiac Grand Am has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2002 Ford Ranger 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:
| 2002 Ford Ranger | 1990 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Ranger | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 69 L |
