1988 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 2011 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2011 Opel Meriva 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 1,996 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 69 more horse power than 2011 Opel Meriva. (94 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Meriva.
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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Opel Meriva. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Pontiac Grand Am | 2011 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Pontiac | Opel |
| Model | Grand Am | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
