1985 Dodge Colt vs. 1986 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1986 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Dodge Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Dodge Colt would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Pontiac Grand Am (90 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Colt. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Colt weights approximately 20 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 Pontiac Grand Am (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Colt. (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Colt | 1986 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Colt | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
