1984 Dodge 600 vs. 1988 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Dodge 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Dodge 600 would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Dodge 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1984 Dodge 600. (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1984 Dodge 600.
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, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Dodge 600. (228 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Dodge 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Dodge 600 | 1988 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | 600 | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
