1991 Ford Orion vs. 1986 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1991 Ford Orion is newer by 5 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 1991 Ford Orion. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 110 kg more than 1991 Ford Orion. 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Orion. (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Orion. 1986 Pontiac Grand Am has automatic transmission and 1991 Ford Orion has manual transmission. 1991 Ford Orion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Pontiac Grand Am will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Orion | 1986 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Orion | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
