1984 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 2010 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2010 Jeep Liberty is newer by 26 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am.
Because 2010 Jeep Liberty 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, 2010 Jeep Liberty 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, 2010 Jeep Liberty (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. 2010 Jeep Liberty has automatic transmission and 1984 Pontiac Grand Am has manual transmission. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Jeep Liberty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Pontiac Grand Am | 2010 Jeep Liberty | |
Make | Pontiac | Jeep |
Model | Grand Am | Liberty |
Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2469 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4493 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1839 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1806 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2695 mm |