1986 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 1969 Seat 124
To start off, 1986 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Seat 124 would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Pontiac Grand Am (90 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1969 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 200 kg more than 1969 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Pontiac Grand Am (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1986 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Pontiac Grand Am | 1969 Seat 124 | |
Make | Pontiac | Seat |
Model | Grand Am | 124 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2430 mm |