2005 Toyota Camry vs. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (225 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Camry weights approximately 551 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.
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 Toyota Camry (328 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. (179 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota Camry | 1984 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Toyota | Pontiac |
Model | Camry | Grand Am |
Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3310 cc | 2469 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 179 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2630 mm |