1999 GMC Suburban vs. 1985 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1999 GMC Suburban is newer by 14 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 7,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Suburban (250 HP) has 160 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. (90 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Suburban weights approximately 825 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 1999 GMC Suburban 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 1999 GMC Suburban. 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, 1999 GMC Suburban (455 Nm) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. (179 Nm). This means 1999 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GMC Suburban | 1985 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | GMC | Pontiac |
| Model | Suburban | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7400 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 90 HP |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2630 mm |
