2010 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1985 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 25 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. (90 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 961 kg more than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mercedes-Benz S | 1985 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
| Model | S | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2091 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5245 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3165 mm | 2630 mm |
