1986 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Pontiac Grand Am would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 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 1986 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, 1986 Pontiac Grand Am (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1986 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Pontiac Grand Am | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
Model | Grand Am | Touran |
Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 179 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1498 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |