1988 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 1990 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac Grand Am would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 164. (149 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 35 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 164. 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, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 164. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Pontiac Grand Am | 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Grand Am | 164 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 70 L |
