1988 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 1994 Honda Concerto
To start off, 1994 Honda Concerto is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix (205 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1994 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 530 kg more than 1994 Honda Concerto. 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 Prix (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Concerto. (119 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix | 1994 Honda Concerto | |
| Make | Pontiac | Honda |
| Model | Grand Prix | Concerto |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3097 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2560 mm |
