2009 Mazda 6 vs. 1990 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 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 2,487 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am.
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, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 6. (167 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda 6 | 1990 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
Model | 6 | Grand Am |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2487 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |