2007 Honda Element vs. 1989 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2007 Honda Element 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 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1989 Pontiac Grand Am. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1989 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 755 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 Honda Element 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 Honda Element 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, 1989 Pontiac Grand Am (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Element | 1989 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | Element | Grand Am |
Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 69 L |