1998 Honda NSX vs. 1985 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1998 Honda NSX is newer by 13 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. (90 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda NSX weights approximately 300 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.
Because 1998 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac Grand Am, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Honda NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda NSX | 1985 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | NSX | Grand Am |
Year Released | 1998 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2630 mm |