2005 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 1989 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Venturi Cabriolet would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am. (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 107 kg more than 1989 Venturi Cabriolet.
Because 1989 Venturi Cabriolet is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Venturi Cabriolet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Venturi Cabriolet (297 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am. (279 Nm). This means 1989 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Pontiac Grand Am | 1989 Venturi Cabriolet | |
Make | Pontiac | Venturi |
Model | Grand Am | Cabriolet |
Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 297 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |