1988 Chevrolet Sprint vs. 1998 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 1998 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Sprint. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Sprint would be higher. At 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Pontiac Sunfire (115 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Sprint. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Sprint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 525 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Sprint. 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, 1998 Pontiac Sunfire (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Sprint. (78 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Sprint.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Sprint | 1998 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Sprint | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 78 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2650 mm |
