1973 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1985 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1985 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. (90 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 985 kg more than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado (519 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1985 Pontiac Grand Am has manual transmission. 1985 Pontiac Grand Am will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1985 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Pontiac |
Model | Toronado | Grand Am |
Year Released | 1973 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7446 cc | 2471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2630 mm |