1956 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am (123 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 320 kg more than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am (204 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1984 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Pontiac |
Model | Tickford | Grand Am |
Year Released | 1956 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2630 mm |