2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1985 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. (90 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 750 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, 2005 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. (179 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 1985 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Chrysler | Pontiac |
| Model | 300 | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2630 mm |
