1985 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1985 Ford Escort. (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 322 kg more than 1985 Ford Escort. 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, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am (279 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Escort. (180 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Escort | 2005 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Escort | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
