2005 Mazda 6 vs. 1989 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 16 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. Both 2005 Mazda 6 and 1989 Pontiac Grand Am are equipped with a 1,996 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Pontiac Grand Am (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Pontiac Grand Am (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 6 | 1989 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | 6 | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 69 L |
