2004 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1990 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 14 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 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 39 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) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. (203 Nm). This means 1990 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1990 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Cavalier | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 69 L |
