1995 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1986 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 9 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 3,391 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Camaro (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac Grand Am. (90 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 283 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 1995 Chevrolet Camaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Pontiac Grand Am, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac Grand Am. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac Grand Am. 1986 Pontiac Grand Am has automatic transmission and 1995 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 1995 Chevrolet Camaro 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:
| 1995 Chevrolet Camaro | 1986 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Camaro | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3391 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2630 mm |
