2008 Dodge Durango vs. 1985 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2008 Dodge Durango is newer by 23 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. (90 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Durango weights approximately 620 kg more than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango 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, 2008 Dodge Durango (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. 2008 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1985 Pontiac Grand Am has manual transmission. 1985 Pontiac Grand Am will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Durango | 1985 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Durango | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2630 mm |
