1953 Daimler Conquest vs. 1989 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1989 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Daimler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Daimler Conquest would be higher. At 2,433 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Daimler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Pontiac Grand Am (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1953 Daimler Conquest. (75 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1953 Daimler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Daimler Conquest weights approximately 162 kg more than 1989 Pontiac Grand Am.
Because 1953 Daimler Conquest 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 1953 Daimler Conquest. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Pontiac Grand Am (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Daimler Conquest. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Daimler Conquest. 1989 Pontiac Grand Am has automatic transmission and 1953 Daimler Conquest has manual transmission. 1953 Daimler Conquest will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Pontiac Grand Am will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Daimler Conquest | 1989 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Daimler | Pontiac |
Model | Conquest | Grand Am |
Year Released | 1953 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2433 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2630 mm |