1970 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2007 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix (185 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Eos. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 241 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Eos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Eos, 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, 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix (434 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Eos. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2007 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grand Prix | Eos |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6547 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2580 mm |
