1985 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 19 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt (94 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. (90 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 90 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt.
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, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. 2004 Mitsubishi Colt 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. 2004 Mitsubishi Colt will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Pontiac Grand Am | 2004 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Pontiac | Mitsubishi |
Model | Grand Am | Colt |
Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |