1985 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 2010 Acura CSX
To start off, 2010 Acura CSX is newer by 25 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, 2010 Acura CSX (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. (90 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura CSX should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura CSX weights approximately 183 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, 2010 Acura CSX (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Acura CSX 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 | 2010 Acura CSX | |
| Make | Pontiac | Acura |
| Model | Grand Am | CSX |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
