2005 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,392 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 57 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 222 kg more than 1979 Toyota Celica. 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 Pontiac Grand Am (285 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Pontiac Grand Am | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Am | Celica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2640 mm |
