2005 Ford Maverick vs. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2005 Ford Maverick 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Maverick (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. (123 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Maverick weights approximately 305 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 Ford Maverick 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 Ford Maverick 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, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am (204 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Maverick. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Maverick. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Maverick has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Maverick will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Maverick | 1984 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Maverick | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2288 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2630 mm |
