1984 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 2007 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2007 Seat Alhambra is newer by 23 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, 2007 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 526 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.
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, 2007 Seat Alhambra (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Alhambra 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 | 2007 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Pontiac | Seat |
Model | Grand Am | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2469 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2850 mm |