1994 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Polo (178 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 201 kg more than 2010 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, 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
Model | Grand Prix | Polo |
Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1269 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1682 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2470 mm |