2004 GMC Savana vs. 1985 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2004 GMC Savana is newer by 19 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Savana (285 HP) has 195 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. (90 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Savana weights approximately 1407 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 GMC Savana (441 Nm) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. (179 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Savana | 1985 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | GMC | Pontiac |
| Model | Savana | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 90 HP |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2630 mm |
