1988 Lada Samara vs. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1988 Lada Samara is newer by 4 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 25 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 206 kg more than 1988 Lada Samara. 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am has automatic transmission and 1988 Lada Samara has manual transmission. 1988 Lada Samara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lada Samara | 1984 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Lada | Pontiac |
Model | Samara | Grand Am |
Year Released | 1988 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2469 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |