2004 Daewoo Evanda vs. 1988 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2004 Daewoo Evanda is newer by 16 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. Both 2004 Daewoo Evanda and 1988 Pontiac Grand Am are equipped with a 1,996 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 Daewoo Evanda. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 2004 Daewoo Evanda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Daewoo Evanda weights approximately 262 kg more than 1988 Pontiac Grand Am.
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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Evanda. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Evanda. 1988 Pontiac Grand Am has automatic transmission and 2004 Daewoo Evanda has manual transmission. 2004 Daewoo Evanda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Pontiac Grand Am will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daewoo Evanda | 1988 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Daewoo | Pontiac |
| Model | Evanda | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 69 L |
