1984 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 2005 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Octavia is newer by 21 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 19 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 70 kg more than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am.
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, 2005 Skoda Octavia (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. (204 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Pontiac Grand Am | 2005 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Pontiac | Skoda |
Model | Grand Am | Octavia |
Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |