1987 Dodge Daytona vs. 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Dodge Daytona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Dodge Daytona would be higher. At 2,835 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Dodge Daytona (174 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix. (129 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 226 kg more than 1987 Dodge Daytona.
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, 1987 Dodge Daytona (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix. (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Dodge Daytona | 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Daytona | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
