1986 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 1995 Suzuki Cappuccino
To start off, 1995 Suzuki Cappuccino is newer by 9 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1995 Suzuki Cappuccino. (63 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1995 Suzuki Cappuccino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 470 kg more than 1995 Suzuki Cappuccino. 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Suzuki Cappuccino. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Suzuki Cappuccino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Pontiac Grand Am | 1995 Suzuki Cappuccino | |
| Make | Pontiac | Suzuki |
| Model | Grand Am | Cappuccino |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2070 mm |
