1995 Acura Legend vs. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1995 Acura Legend is newer by 11 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 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura Legend (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. (123 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura Legend weights approximately 385 kg more than 1984 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, 1995 Acura Legend (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. (204 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Acura Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Acura Legend | 1984 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Acura | Pontiac |
Model | Legend | Grand Am |
Year Released | 1995 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2630 mm |