2006 Subaru Impreza vs. 1988 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2006 Subaru Impreza 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac Grand Am. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 275 kg more than 1988 Pontiac Grand Am. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Pontiac Grand Am. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Subaru Impreza (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac Grand Am. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Pontiac Grand Am. 1988 Pontiac Grand Am has automatic transmission and 2006 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2006 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza | 1988 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Subaru | Pontiac |
| Model | Impreza | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 69 L |
