1991 Ford Aerostar vs. 1988 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1991 Ford Aerostar is newer by 3 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1991 Ford Aerostar. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Aerostar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 175 kg more than 1988 Pontiac Grand Am.
Because 1991 Ford Aerostar is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1991 Ford Aerostar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Aerostar. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Aerostar.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Aerostar | 1988 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Aerostar | Grand Am |
Year Released | 1991 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2630 mm |