2008 Mazda 5 vs. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2008 Mazda 5 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am (123 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 5. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 5 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1984 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, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am (204 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 5. (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 5. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda 5 has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda 5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 5 | 1984 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | 5 | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
