2007 Ford Ka vs. 1986 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2007 Ford Ka is newer by 21 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, 2007 Ford Ka (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac Grand Am. (90 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 111 kg more than 2007 Ford Ka.
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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ka. (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1986 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Ka | 1986 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Ka | Grand Am |
Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1019 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2630 mm |