2011 Honda Fit vs. 1986 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2011 Honda Fit is newer by 25 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, 2011 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac Grand Am. (90 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Fit weights approximately 13 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.
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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Fit. 1986 Pontiac Grand Am has automatic transmission and 2011 Honda Fit has manual transmission. 2011 Honda Fit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Pontiac Grand Am will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Honda Fit | 1986 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | Fit | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1500 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1143 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4105 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1524 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2499 mm | 2630 mm |
