1984 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris 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 2,469 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 115 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris. 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 (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Pontiac Grand Am | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Grand Am | Yaris |
Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2469 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2380 mm |