2005 Dodge Ram vs. 1990 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 15 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 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1523 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.
Because 2005 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am. (237 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 1990 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Ram | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2758 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 69 L |
