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Pontiac Grand AM H 2.5 (98 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 183 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.
2.5 (98 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A slight bump in power over the 92 hp variant, offering marginally better acceleration but still best suited for relaxed driving.
Fuel Economy
Similar to the 92 hp version, it provides reasonable economy for a compact sedan of its era, making it a cost-effective option.
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): | 2.5 (98 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1987 |
| End of production: | 1988 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 98 Hp @ 4800 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 39.7 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 183 Nm @ 3200 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 2471 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | OHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.3 l |
| Coolant: | 7.5 l |
| Cylinder Bore: | 101.6 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 76.2 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 8.3:1 |
| 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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