1988 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix (205 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 75 kg more than 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle. (190 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix | 1996 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grand Prix | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 3097 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1640 kg |
