2009 Nissan Titan vs. 1985 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2009 Nissan Titan 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. (90 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am.
Because 2009 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan 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, 2009 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Titan | 1985 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
Model | Titan | Grand Am |
Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5551 cc | 2471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2630 mm |