1999 Seat Inca Kombi vs. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1999 Seat Inca Kombi 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 30 more horse power than 1999 Seat Inca Kombi. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Inca Kombi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 95 kg more than 1999 Seat Inca Kombi. 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, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Inca Kombi. (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Inca Kombi. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am has automatic transmission and 1999 Seat Inca Kombi has manual transmission. 1999 Seat Inca Kombi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Seat Inca Kombi | 1984 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Seat | Pontiac |
Model | Inca Kombi | Grand Am |
Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2469 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1130 kg |