1999 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 15 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 27 more horse power than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (62 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 270 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Daihatsu Naked is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Naked will offer significantly more control. 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Daihatsu Naked. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Daihatsu Naked.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Naked | 1984 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Pontiac |
| Model | Naked | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 2469 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2630 mm |
