2002 Honda Civic vs. 1985 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2002 Honda Civic is newer by 17 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 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Civic (98 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. (90 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Civic weights approximately 136 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.
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, 2002 Honda Civic (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Civic | 1985 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | Civic | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
