1984 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1989 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1989 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Pontiac Grand Am (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. (156 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 605 kg more than 1989 Pontiac Grand Am.
Because 1984 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Pontiac Grand Am. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Pontiac Grand Am. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Chevrolet Blazer | 1989 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Blazer | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
