2007 Nissan 1400 vs. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2007 Nissan 1400 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, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Because 2007 Nissan 1400 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 Nissan 1400. 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan 1400 | 1984 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
Model | 1400 | Grand Am |
Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2469 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2630 mm |