2009 Mazda B2300 vs. 1990 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2009 Mazda B2300 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 2,266 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 275 kg more than 2009 Mazda B2300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda B2300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Mazda B2300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda B2300 | 1990 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | B2300 | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2266 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 69 L |
