1990 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1986 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 4 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. Both 1990 Chevrolet Blazer and 1986 Pontiac Grand Am are equipped with a 2,471 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac Grand Am. (90 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 270 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 1990 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac Grand Am. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Chevrolet Blazer | 1986 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | Blazer | Grand Am |
Year Released | 1990 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2471 cc | 2471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2630 mm |