2008 Ford Expedition vs. 1988 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2008 Ford Expedition is newer by 20 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Expedition (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac Grand Am. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 125 kg more than 2008 Ford Expedition.
Because 2008 Ford Expedition 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, 2008 Ford Expedition 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, 2008 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac Grand Am. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Expedition | 1988 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Expedition | Grand Am |
Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 69 L |