2009 Nissan Quest vs. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2009 Nissan Quest 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. (123 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Quest weights approximately 344 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.
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 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. (204 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Quest | 1984 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
Model | Quest | Grand Am |
Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3494 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2630 mm |