1987 Austin Montego vs. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1987 Austin Montego is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Pontiac Grand Am would be higher. At 2,469 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1987 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1987 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 20 kg more than 1987 Austin Montego. 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, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Austin Montego | 1984 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Austin | Pontiac |
Model | Montego | Grand Am |
Year Released | 1987 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2469 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |