1988 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2004 Alfa Romeo GT
To start off, 2004 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 16 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 2,835 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo GT (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix. (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 6 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo GT.
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, 2004 Alfa Romeo GT (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix. (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2004 Alfa Romeo GT | |
| Make | Pontiac | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Grand Prix | GT |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |
