2002 Acura TL vs. 1988 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2002 Acura TL is newer by 14 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 3,212 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura TL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac Grand Am. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura TL weights approximately 379 kg more than 1988 Pontiac Grand Am. 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, 2002 Acura TL (315 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac Grand Am. (237 Nm). This means 2002 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura TL | 1988 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Acura | Pontiac |
| Model | TL | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3212 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
