2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute 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 2,469 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 313 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda Tribute (207 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. (179 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 1984 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | Tribute | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2469 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
