1981 Ford Probe vs. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Probe would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Probe weights approximately 240 kg more than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am.
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, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am (179 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Probe. (148 Nm). This means 1984 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Probe. 1981 Ford Probe has automatic transmission and 1984 Pontiac Grand Am has manual transmission. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Ford Probe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Probe | 1984 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Probe | Grand Am |
Year Released | 1981 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 89 HP |
Torque | 148 Nm | 179 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1130 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |