1953 Citroen 15 vs. 1985 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1985 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Pontiac Grand Am (90 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1953 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1953 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Citroen 15 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1985 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, 1953 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1953 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Citroen 15 | 1985 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
Model | 15 | Grand Am |
Year Released | 1953 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2630 mm |