1988 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 2011 Honda Stream
To start off, 2011 Honda Stream is newer by 23 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2011 Honda Stream. (154 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Stream weights approximately 241 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Stream. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Pontiac Grand Am | 2011 Honda Stream | |
Make | Pontiac | Honda |
Model | Grand Am | Stream |
Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 55 L |