2002 Nissan Quest vs. 1990 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2002 Nissan Quest 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 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Quest (165 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Quest weights approximately 585 kg more than 1990 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 Nissan Quest (271 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am. (237 Nm). This means 2002 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am. 2002 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 1990 Pontiac Grand Am has manual transmission. 1990 Pontiac Grand Am will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Quest | 1990 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Quest | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3294 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 69 L |
