2008 Peugeot 807 vs. 1988 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 807 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot 807 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 807. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 807. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 377 kg more than 1988 Pontiac Grand Am.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 807. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 807.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Peugeot 807 | 1988 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Peugeot | Pontiac |
| Model | 807 | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1612 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 69 L |
