2007 Lotus Elise vs. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2007 Lotus Elise 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 2,469 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Elise (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 249 kg more than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Because 2007 Lotus Elise 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 Lotus Elise. 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, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Elise. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lotus Elise | 1984 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Lotus | Pontiac |
Model | Elise | Grand Am |
Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2469 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 881 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2630 mm |