1997 Peugeot Nautilus vs. 1988 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1997 Peugeot Nautilus is newer by 9 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 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Peugeot Nautilus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot Nautilus (194 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac Grand Am. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot Nautilus should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 360 kg more than 1997 Peugeot Nautilus.
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, 1997 Peugeot Nautilus (272 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac Grand Am. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot Nautilus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Peugeot Nautilus | 1988 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Peugeot | Pontiac |
Model | Nautilus | Grand Am |
Year Released | 1997 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2945 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 272 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 69 L |