2007 Lexus LX vs. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2007 Lexus LX 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 4,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus LX (268 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus LX weights approximately 417 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 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LX 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, 2007 Lexus LX (445 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus LX | 1984 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Lexus | Pontiac |
| Model | LX | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4670 cc | 2469 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 445 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
