1985 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 2006 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2006 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 21 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Sequoia (273 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. (90 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 225 kg more than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. 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, 2006 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Pontiac Grand Am | 2006 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Grand Am | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2471 cc | 4671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 273 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3010 mm |