1961 Isuzu Minx vs. 1985 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1985 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Isuzu Minx 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 28 more horse power than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1961 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 100 kg more than 1961 Isuzu Minx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Isuzu Minx 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 1961 Isuzu Minx. 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Isuzu Minx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Isuzu Minx | 1985 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Isuzu | Pontiac |
| Model | Minx | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |
