1990 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac Grand Am would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. (101 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 265 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Pontiac Grand Am | 2007 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
Model | Grand Am | Caddy |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 60 L |