1986 Morgan 4 vs. 1985 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1986 Morgan 4 is newer by 1 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 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Morgan 4 (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. (90 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 305 kg more than 1986 Morgan 4.
Because 1986 Morgan 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac Grand Am, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Pontiac Grand Am (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Morgan 4. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Morgan 4. 1985 Pontiac Grand Am has automatic transmission and 1986 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1986 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Pontiac Grand Am will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Morgan 4 | 1985 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Morgan | Pontiac |
| Model | 4 | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2630 mm |
