2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1985 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion 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 5,949 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. (90 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2374 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.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion 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 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 580 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. (179 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Excursion | 1985 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Excursion | Grand Am |
Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5949 cc | 2471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 759 Nm | 179 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 3504 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2630 mm |