1984 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, both 1984 Mercedes-Benz S and 1984 Pontiac Grand Am were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,837 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mercedes-Benz S (201 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 455 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.
Because 1984 Mercedes-Benz S is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Mercedes-Benz S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz S (315 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Mercedes-Benz S | 1984 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
Model | S | Grand Am |
Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3837 cc | 2469 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |