1990 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2001 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,352 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. (168 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 354 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Prix (291 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. (225 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2001 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grand Prix | Golf |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3352 cc | 2324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2520 mm |
