1984 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 2005 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tundra 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tundra (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1018 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 2005 Toyota Tundra 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, 2005 Toyota Tundra 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, 2005 Toyota Tundra (441 Nm) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. (179 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Grand Am | Tundra |
Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2469 cc | 4671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 441 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 2148 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3270 mm |