1993 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1988 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 5 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1993 Alfa Romeo 155. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1993 Alfa Romeo 155. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1988 Pontiac Grand Am.
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, 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac Grand Am. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1988 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Pontiac |
| Model | 155 | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
