1980 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2005 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,375 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet Camaro. (123 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 43 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am.
Because 1980 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1980 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1980 Chevrolet Camaro (291 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am. (285 Nm). This means 1980 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Chevrolet Camaro | 2005 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | Camaro | Grand Am |
Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4375 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 285 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1402 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |