2007 Nissan Sentra vs. 1985 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2007 Nissan Sentra is newer by 22 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 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. (90 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Nissan Sentra (200 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Sentra | 1985 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
Model | Sentra | Grand Am |
Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |