2009 Ford Flex vs. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2009 Ford Flex is newer by 25 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. (123 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 244 kg more than 2009 Ford Flex.
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, 2009 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. (204 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Flex | 1984 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Flex | Grand Am |
Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2630 mm |