2006 Kia Pregio vs. 1988 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2006 Kia Pregio 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 2,664 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2006 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Pregio weights approximately 765 kg more than 1988 Pontiac Grand Am.
Because 2006 Kia Pregio is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Kia Pregio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Pregio. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Pregio.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Pregio | 1988 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Kia | Pontiac |
Model | Pregio | Grand Am |
Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 69 L |