2005 Fiat Ulysse vs. 1990 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2005 Fiat Ulysse 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 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 55 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Ulysse. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 501 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, 2005 Fiat Ulysse (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Ulysse | 1990 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
Model | Ulysse | Grand Am |
Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1736 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 69 L |