1978 Seat 127 vs. 1985 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1985 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 127 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 43 more horse power than 1978 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 425 kg more than 1978 Seat 127. 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, 1985 Pontiac Grand Am (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 127. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Seat 127 | 1985 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Seat | Pontiac |
Model | 127 | Grand Am |
Year Released | 1978 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 2471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2630 mm |