2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1986 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 20 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 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac Grand Am. (90 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 620 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 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Pontiac Grand Am. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac Grand Am. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1986 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | Colorado | Grand Am |
Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |