1983 Lancia Gamma vs. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lancia Gamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lancia Gamma would be higher. At 2,469 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Gamma (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 196 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.
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 @ 2800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Gamma. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Gamma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lancia Gamma | 1984 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Lancia | Pontiac |
| Model | Gamma | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2469 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2630 mm |
