1988 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 18 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 2,835 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
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, 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grand Prix | Polo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
