1988 Chrysler Voyager vs. 1988 Pontiac Grand Am

To start off, both 1988 Chrysler Voyager and 1988 Pontiac Grand Am were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1988 Chrysler Voyager. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1988 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 185 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chrysler Voyager. (183 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chrysler Voyager.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Chrysler Voyager 1988 Pontiac Grand Am
Make Chrysler Pontiac
Model Voyager Grand Am
Year Released 1988 1988
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2499 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 96 HP 163 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 183 Nm 237 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.5 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 104 mm 86 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1420 kg 1235 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 69 L


 

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