2005 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 1978 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 522 kg more than 1978 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Pontiac Grand Am (279 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cherry. (102 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Pontiac Grand Am | 1978 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Pontiac | Nissan |
| Model | Grand Am | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2400 mm |
