1994 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 1986 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 420 kg more than 1986 Toyota Camry. 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, 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Camry. (146 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Pontiac Grand Prix | 1986 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Grand Prix | Camry |
Year Released | 1994 | 1986 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1832 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2610 mm |