1959 Ford Prefect vs. 1985 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1985 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Pontiac Grand Am (90 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1959 Ford Prefect. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 330 kg more than 1959 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Ford Prefect 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 1959 Ford Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Pontiac Grand Am (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Prefect. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1985 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Prefect | 1985 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Prefect | Grand Am |
Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 2471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2630 mm |