1984 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 2004 Ford Laser
To start off, 2004 Ford Laser is newer by 20 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 18 more horse power than 2004 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 95 kg more than 2004 Ford Laser. 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, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am (204 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Pontiac Grand Am | 2004 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Pontiac | Ford |
| Model | Grand Am | Laser |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
