1994 Cadillac Seville vs. 1985 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1994 Cadillac Seville is newer by 9 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Cadillac Seville (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. (90 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 615 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, 1994 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. 1994 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1985 Pontiac Grand Am has manual transmission. 1985 Pontiac Grand Am will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Cadillac Seville | 1985 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Cadillac | Pontiac |
Model | Seville | Grand Am |
Year Released | 1994 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |