2004 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1989 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 15 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Tracker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1989 Pontiac Grand Am. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1989 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 65 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Pontiac Grand Am (237 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. (221 Nm). This means 1989 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Tracker | 1989 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Tracker | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 69 L |
