2002 Jaguar X400 vs. 1986 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2002 Jaguar X400 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 4,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar X400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar X400 (390 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac Grand Am. (90 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar X400 should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar X400 weights approximately 670 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Jaguar X400 (525 Nm) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac Grand Am. (179 Nm). This means 2002 Jaguar X400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar X400 | 1986 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Jaguar | Pontiac |
| Model | X400 | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1130 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2630 mm |
