2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1985 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 21 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 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. (90 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Ford Ranger (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1985 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Ranger | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4016 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2630 mm |
