2006 Nissan 1400 vs. 1988 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2006 Nissan 1400 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 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 100 more horse power than 2006 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 1400 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1988 Pontiac Grand Am.
Because 2006 Nissan 1400 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 Nissan 1400. 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan 1400. 1988 Pontiac Grand Am has automatic transmission and 2006 Nissan 1400 has manual transmission. 2006 Nissan 1400 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:
2006 Nissan 1400 | 1988 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
Model | 1400 | Grand Am |
Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1996 cc |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 69 L |