2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1990 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 40 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 578 kg more than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am.
Because 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (292 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1990 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Hyundai | Pontiac |
Model | Santa Fe | Grand Am |
Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1813 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 69 L |