1984 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 2010 Renault Clio
To start off, 2010 Renault Clio 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 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Clio weights approximately 88 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, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1984 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Pontiac Grand Am | 2010 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Grand Am | Clio |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2469 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |
