1984 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 1991 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1991 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am (123 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1991 Toyota 4Runner. (112 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 390 kg more than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am.
Because 1991 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Toyota 4Runner will offer significantly more control. 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota 4Runner. (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Pontiac Grand Am | 1991 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Grand Am | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1984 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |