2007 Ford F-150 vs. 1989 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2007 Ford F-150 is newer by 18 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. At 4,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4350 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1989 Pontiac Grand Am. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1989 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1621 kg more than 1989 Pontiac Grand Am. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Pontiac Grand Am. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-150 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, 2007 Ford F-150 (353 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Pontiac Grand Am. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford F-150 | 1989 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | F-150 | Grand Am |
Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 69 L |