1986 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 2013 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2013 Jeep Compass is newer by 27 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, 2013 Jeep Compass (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac Grand Am. (90 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Compass weights approximately 343 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 2013 Jeep Compass 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, 2013 Jeep Compass 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, 2013 Jeep Compass (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac Grand Am. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Compass 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 | 2013 Jeep Compass | |
Make | Pontiac | Jeep |
Model | Grand Am | Compass |
Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2471 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 97 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4448 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2634 mm |