1975 Avanti Avanti vs. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 450 kg more than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Avanti Avanti 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 1975 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1975 Avanti Avanti (443 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am has automatic transmission and 1975 Avanti Avanti has manual transmission. 1975 Avanti Avanti will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Avanti Avanti | 1984 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Avanti | Pontiac |
Model | Avanti | Grand Am |
Year Released | 1975 | 1984 |
Engine Size | 6570 cc | 2469 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 443 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2630 mm |