1988 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
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 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 55 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Pontiac Grand Am | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Am | Celica |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |
