1984 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 24 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 104 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1984 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Pontiac Grand Am | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Am | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2469 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2560 mm |
