2002 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 1981 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 597 kg more than 1981 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Pontiac Grand Am | 1981 Toyota Corsa | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Grand Am | Corsa |
Year Released | 2002 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1452 cc |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 816 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2510 mm |