2002 Citroen C3 vs. 1986 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2002 Citroen C3 is newer by 16 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 23 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 32 kg more than 2002 Citroen C3. 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C3. (108 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1986 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C3 | 1986 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | C3 | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
