2004 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover 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 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP) has 193 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. (89 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1312 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 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. (179 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Range Rover | 1984 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Land Rover | Pontiac |
| Model | Range Rover | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 2469 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2442 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2630 mm |
