1985 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 1985 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Pontiac Grand Am (90 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Rover P4 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am.
Because 1957 Rover P4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac Grand Am, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Pontiac Grand Am (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Pontiac Grand Am | 1957 Rover P4 | |
Make | Pontiac | Rover |
Model | Grand Am | P4 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |