1983 Mazda 929 vs. 1988 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 85 kg more than 1983 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Mazda 929 | 1988 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
Model | 929 | Grand Am |
Year Released | 1983 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |