1988 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 2000 Volvo V70
To start off, 2000 Volvo V70 is newer by 12 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 2,520 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2000 Volvo V70. (138 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 2000 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo V70 weights approximately 245 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volvo V70. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Pontiac Grand Am | 2000 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
Model | Grand Am | V70 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2520 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 70 L |