1984 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 2010 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Sentra 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 2,469 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 218 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, 2010 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Sentra 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 | 2010 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Pontiac | Nissan |
Model | Grand Am | Sentra |
Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2469 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1348 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4575 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1511 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2685 mm |