1986 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 22 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, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac Grand Am. (90 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 345 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.
Because 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Pontiac Grand Am. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac Grand Am. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Pontiac Grand Am | 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Pontiac | Suzuki |
Model | Grand Am | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2490 mm |