1990 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1988 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 2 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 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 165 kg more than 1988 Pontiac Grand Am.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Pontiac Grand Am. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Chevrolet Blazer | 1988 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | Blazer | Grand Am |
Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2630 mm |