1985 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 2001 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Quantum is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Pontiac Grand Am would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Quantum (110 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. (90 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Quantum should accelerate faster than 1985 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, 1985 Pontiac Grand Am (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Quantum. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Quantum.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Pontiac Grand Am | 2001 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grand Am | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2560 mm |
