2002 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 1988 Acura Integra
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Acura Integra would be higher. At 3,129 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix (173 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1988 Acura Integra. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1988 Acura Integra.
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 Pontiac Grand Prix (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Acura Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Acura Integra. 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix has automatic transmission and 1988 Acura Integra has manual transmission. 1988 Acura Integra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix | 1988 Acura Integra | |
| Make | Pontiac | Acura |
| Model | Grand Prix | Integra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3129 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4285 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1665 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2450 mm |
