2005 Renault Laguna vs. 1985 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna 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 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (167 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. (90 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 245 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.
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 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Laguna | 1985 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Renault | Pontiac |
Model | Laguna | Grand Am |
Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |