2007 GMC Acadia vs. 1988 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia is newer by 19 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 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac Grand Am. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac Grand Am.
Because 2007 GMC Acadia 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, 2007 GMC Acadia 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, 2007 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac Grand Am. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Acadia | 1988 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | GMC | Pontiac |
| Model | Acadia | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3563 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 69 L |
