2008 Hummer H2 vs. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2008 Hummer H2 is newer by 24 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 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hummer H2 (393 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1773 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 2008 Hummer H2 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, 2008 Hummer H2 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 Hummer H2 (563 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hummer H2 | 1984 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Hummer | Pontiac |
| Model | H2 | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 2469 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 393 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2903 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2630 mm |
