2007 Saab 9-7X vs. 1989 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2007 Saab 9-7X 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saab 9-7X (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1989 Pontiac Grand Am. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 1989 Pontiac Grand Am.
Because 2007 Saab 9-7X 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 Saab 9-7X 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 Saab 9-7X (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Pontiac Grand Am. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Saab 9-7X | 1989 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Saab | Pontiac |
Model | 9-7X | Grand Am |
Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.9 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 69 L |