1994 Chevrolet APV vs. 1985 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet APV 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet APV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet APV (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. (90 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet APV should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 485 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 Chevrolet APV (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet APV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Chevrolet APV | 1985 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | APV | Grand Am |
Year Released | 1994 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2630 mm |