1984 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 1991 Saab 9000
To start off, 1991 Saab 9000 is newer by 7 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, 1991 Saab 9000 (200 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. (123 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Saab 9000 weights approximately 254 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.
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, 1991 Saab 9000 (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. (204 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Saab 9000 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 1991 Saab 9000 has manual transmission. 1991 Saab 9000 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 | 1991 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Saab |
| Model | Grand Am | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
