1991 Nissan Presea vs. 1988 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1991 Nissan Presea 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 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 1991 Nissan Presea. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Presea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 245 kg more than 1991 Nissan Presea. 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 Am (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Presea. (125 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Presea.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Nissan Presea | 1988 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
Model | Presea | Grand Am |
Year Released | 1991 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |