1980 Opel Commodore vs. 1990 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1980 Opel Commodore. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1980 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Opel Commodore weights approximately 77 kg more than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am.
Because 1980 Opel Commodore 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 Opel Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Opel Commodore. (179 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Opel Commodore | 1990 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Opel | Pontiac |
Model | Commodore | Grand Am |
Year Released | 1980 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1312 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 69 L |