1997 Fiat Scudo vs. 1986 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1997 Fiat Scudo is newer by 11 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 12 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Scudo. (78 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Scudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 95 kg more than 1997 Fiat Scudo. 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Scudo. (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1986 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Scudo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Scudo | 1986 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | Scudo | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
