1986 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 2009 Proton Arena
To start off, 2009 Proton Arena is newer by 23 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 4 more horse power than 2009 Proton Arena. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 2009 Proton Arena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 95 kg more than 2009 Proton Arena. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Proton Arena. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Proton Arena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Pontiac Grand Am | 2009 Proton Arena | |
| Make | Pontiac | Proton |
| Model | Grand Am | Arena |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
