1984 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 1959 Renault Floride
To start off, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Renault Floride would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am (123 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1959 Renault Floride. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 450 kg more than 1959 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Renault Floride 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 1959 Renault Floride. 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 Pontiac Grand Am (204 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Floride. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1984 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Floride. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am has automatic transmission and 1959 Renault Floride has manual transmission. 1959 Renault Floride will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Pontiac Grand Am | 1959 Renault Floride | |
Make | Pontiac | Renault |
Model | Grand Am | Floride |
Year Released | 1984 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 59 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2270 mm |