1969 Skoda 1202 vs. 1985 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1985 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Skoda 1202 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 46 more horse power than 1969 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1969 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 25 kg more than 1969 Skoda 1202. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Skoda 1202 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 1969 Skoda 1202. 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Skoda 1202. (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Skoda 1202 | 1985 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Skoda | Pontiac |
| Model | 1202 | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1174 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |
