2007 Ford Territory vs. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2007 Ford Territory is newer by 23 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 3,984 cc, 2007 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Territory weights approximately 886 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.
Because 2007 Ford Territory is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Ford Territory. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Ford Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Territory | 1984 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Territory | Grand Am |
Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2469 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2630 mm |