1985 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 1994 Proton Persona
To start off, 1994 Proton Persona is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Pontiac Grand Am 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 16 more horse power than 1994 Proton Persona. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1994 Proton Persona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 170 kg more than 1994 Proton Persona. 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, 1985 Pontiac Grand Am (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Proton Persona. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Proton Persona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Pontiac Grand Am | 1994 Proton Persona | |
| Make | Pontiac | Proton |
| Model | Grand Am | Persona |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
