2006 Opel Antara vs. 1990 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2006 Opel Antara 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Antara (212 HP @ 1400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am.
Because 2006 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara (542 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Opel Antara | 1990 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Opel | Pontiac |
Model | Antara | Grand Am |
Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1899 cc | 1996 cc |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 1400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |