1996 Nissan Crew vs. 1988 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1996 Nissan Crew is newer by 8 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 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Crew is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Crew. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Crew. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Crew weights approximately 5 kg more than 1988 Pontiac Grand Am.
Because 1996 Nissan Crew 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 1996 Nissan Crew. 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Crew. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Crew.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Nissan Crew | 1988 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
Model | Crew | Grand Am |
Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |