1985 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 2011 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2011 Toyota Prius is newer by 26 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, 2011 Toyota Prius (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. (90 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Prius weights approximately 250 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, 1985 Pontiac Grand Am (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Pontiac Grand Am | 2011 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Grand Am | Prius |
Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1745 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |