2009 Citroen Xsara vs. 1985 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2009 Citroen Xsara is newer by 24 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, 1985 Pontiac Grand Am (90 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 54 kg more 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, 1985 Pontiac Grand Am (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Xsara. 1985 Pontiac Grand Am has automatic transmission and 2009 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2009 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Pontiac Grand Am will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen Xsara | 1985 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
Model | Xsara | Grand Am |
Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1184 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |