1984 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Pontiac Grand Am would be higher. At 2,469 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 368 kg more than 1984 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. 2008 Volkswagen Touran has automatic transmission and 1984 Pontiac Grand Am has manual transmission. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volkswagen Touran will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Pontiac Grand Am | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
Model | Grand Am | Touran |
Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2469 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 179 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1498 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |