2006 Kia Optima vs. 1988 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2006 Kia Optima is newer by 18 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Kia Optima. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Optima weights approximately 253 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Optima. (199 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Optima | 1988 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Kia | Pontiac |
| Model | Optima | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 69 L |
