1985 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 2002 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2002 Holden Cruze is newer by 17 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 18 more horse power than 2002 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 145 kg more than 2002 Holden Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Holden Cruze is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Holden Cruze will offer significantly more control. 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 2002 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Cruze. 2002 Holden Cruze has automatic transmission and 1985 Pontiac Grand Am has manual transmission. 1985 Pontiac Grand Am will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Holden Cruze will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Pontiac Grand Am | 2002 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Pontiac | Holden |
| Model | Grand Am | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |
