1986 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 1994 Tata Estate
To start off, 1994 Tata Estate is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Pontiac Grand Am 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) has 23 more horse power than 1994 Tata Estate. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1994 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Tata Estate weights approximately 510 kg more than 1986 Pontiac Grand Am.
Because 1994 Tata Estate 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 1994 Tata Estate. 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Tata Estate. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Tata Estate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Pontiac Grand Am | 1994 Tata Estate | |
| Make | Pontiac | Tata |
| Model | Grand Am | Estate |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |
