2002 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 1989 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante is newer by 13 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1989 Pontiac Grand Am. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1989 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 325 kg more than 1989 Pontiac Grand Am. 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, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Pontiac Grand Am. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mitsubishi Diamante | 1989 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Pontiac |
Model | Diamante | Grand Am |
Year Released | 2002 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |