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Pontiac Grand AM H 2.0 (167 Hp)
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Pontiac Grand AM:
The Pontiac Grand Am is a car model that the Pontiac division of General Motors produced in various years between 1973 and 2005. The first and second generations were RWD mid-size cars built on the LeMans GM A platform. The Grand Am name was reused for a FWD compact car for the third- and fourth-generations. The fifth-generation versions was enlarged to a mid-size car.
The platform began development intended to be the next generation GTO, but the muscle car era was drawing to a close. Pontiac decided to make this model America's answer to European luxury sports sedans. The Grand Am name was derived from two other Pontiacs; "Grand" signifying Grand Prix luxury, and "Am" for Trans Am performance....(Read more on Wikipedia)
H Overview:
Pontiac Grand AM (H). With 200 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
2.0 (167 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
This high-revving 2.0L engine offers exhilarating performance for a compact car, delivering strong acceleration and a very engaging driving experience, especially with a manual gearbox.
Fuel Economy
Good fuel economy for its impressive power output, making it a surprisingly efficient performance choice. The high RPM peak suggests a focus on power.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Distinctive sporty styling for its era
- • Generally reliable base engines (Iron Duke)
- • Comfortable ride quality
- • Affordable entry into a sporty compact
- • Good interior space for its class
Cons:
- • Underpowered base engines
- • Dated interior design and materials
- • Handling not as sharp as European competitors
- • Rust can be an issue on older models
- • Limited advanced safety features
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(H: 1984 - 1988).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Pontiac |
| Model: | Grand AM |
| Generation: | H |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0 (167 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1987 |
| End of production: | 1989 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 167 Hp @ 6800 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 83.8 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 200 Nm @ 3000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | LT3 More details about the engine LT3 |
| Engine displacement: | 1994 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.3 l |
| Coolant: | 7.5 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Compression ratio: | 9.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4510 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1690 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1340 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2630 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Disc [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
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