1984 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 1988 Acura Integra
To start off, 1988 Acura Integra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Pontiac Grand Am would be higher. At 2,469 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Acura Integra (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am.
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, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Acura Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1984 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Pontiac Grand Am | 1988 Acura Integra | |
| Make | Pontiac | Acura |
| Model | Grand Am | Integra |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2469 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4285 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1665 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |
