2009 Ford Fusion vs. 1990 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2009 Ford Fusion is newer by 19 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fusion (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 269 kg more than 2009 Ford Fusion.
Because 2009 Ford Fusion 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, 2009 Ford Fusion 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, 2009 Ford Fusion (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Fusion | 1990 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Fusion | Grand Am |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 69 L |