1986 Chrysler ES vs. 1986 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, both 1986 Chrysler ES and 1986 Pontiac Grand Am were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chrysler ES (93 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac Grand Am. (90 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chrysler ES should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chrysler ES weights approximately 15 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 Pontiac Grand Am (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Chrysler ES. (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Chrysler ES.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Chrysler ES | 1986 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Chrysler | Pontiac |
Model | ES | Grand Am |
Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |