2005 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1985 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 20 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, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. (90 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 57 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo.
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, 1985 Pontiac Grand Am (179 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. (146 Nm). This means 1985 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Aveo | 1985 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Aveo | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1073 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2630 mm |
