1985 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 2010 Ford Ka
To start off, 2010 Ford Ka 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, 1985 Pontiac Grand Am (90 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ka.
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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Pontiac Grand Am | 2010 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Pontiac | Ford |
| Model | Grand Am | Ka |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |
