1986 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 1975 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1986 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona 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 6 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 130 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Toyota Corona 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 1975 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Pontiac Grand Am (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1986 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Pontiac Grand Am | 1975 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Grand Am | Corona |
Year Released | 1986 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |