1994 Hyundai Scoupe vs. 1988 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1994 Hyundai Scoupe is newer by 6 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 49 more horse power than 1994 Hyundai Scoupe. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1994 Hyundai Scoupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 250 kg more than 1994 Hyundai Scoupe. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Hyundai Scoupe. (167 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Hyundai Scoupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Hyundai Scoupe | 1988 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Hyundai | Pontiac |
| Model | Scoupe | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 69 L |
