2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 1990 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 13 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 49 more horse power than 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 130 kg more than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am.
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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (151 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 1990 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Chrysler | Pontiac |
Model | PT Cruiser | Grand Am |
Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 69 L |