1984 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 1997 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1997 SsangYong Korando is newer by 13 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 SsangYong Korando (216 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 820 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 1997 SsangYong Korando 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, 1997 SsangYong Korando 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, 1997 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. 1997 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 1984 Pontiac Grand Am has manual transmission. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Pontiac Grand Am | 1997 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Pontiac | SsangYong |
Model | Grand Am | Korando |
Year Released | 1984 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2469 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1850 mm |