2002 Ford Ka vs. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2002 Ford Ka is newer by 18 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 2002 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 250 kg more than 2002 Ford Ka. 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Ka. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford Ka has manual transmission. 2002 Ford Ka 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:
| 2002 Ford Ka | 1984 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Ka | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2469 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |
