1986 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 25 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 1 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C3 weights approximately 133 kg more than 1986 Pontiac Grand Am.
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, 2011 Citroen C3 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac Grand Am. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac Grand Am. 2011 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 1986 Pontiac Grand Am has manual transmission. 1986 Pontiac Grand Am will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Pontiac Grand Am | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Citroen |
| Model | Grand Am | C3 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
