2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 20 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 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 970 kg more than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (373 Nm) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. (179 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1984 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 2469 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2630 mm |
