1978 Peugeot 504 vs. 1988 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1988 Pontiac Grand Am.
Because 1978 Peugeot 504 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Peugeot 504. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Peugeot 504 | 1988 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Peugeot | Pontiac |
Model | 504 | Grand Am |
Year Released | 1978 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2630 mm |