2006 Nissan Patrol vs. 1990 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol is newer by 16 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am.
Because 2006 Nissan Patrol 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, 2006 Nissan Patrol 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, 2006 Nissan Patrol (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Patrol | 1990 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
Model | Patrol | Grand Am |
Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 69 L |