2006 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 1990 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 112 kg more than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix | 1990 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Pontiac | Pontiac |
| Model | Grand Prix | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 69 L |
