1984 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 1989 Volvo 760
To start off, 1989 Volvo 760 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Pontiac Grand Am would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 760 (163 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. (123 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 760 should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 760 weights approximately 252 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 1989 Volvo 760 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 1989 Volvo 760. 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, 1989 Volvo 760 (263 Nm @ 3450 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. (204 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Volvo 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am has automatic transmission and 1989 Volvo 760 has manual transmission. 1989 Volvo 760 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 | 1989 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
| Model | Grand Am | 760 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2314 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3450 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1462 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2780 mm |
