2005 Dodge Ram vs. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 21 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 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1832 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 2005 Dodge Ram 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, 2005 Dodge Ram 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, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. (179 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 1984 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Ram | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 2469 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2962 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2630 mm |
