2005 Ford Focus vs. 1988 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 17 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 64 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus. 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, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Focus | 1988 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Focus | Grand Am |
Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 69 L |