2012 Volkswagen Eos vs. 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 24 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 9 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Eos. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 59 kg more than 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix.
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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Eos. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volkswagen Eos | 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Pontiac |
| Model | Eos | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1400 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4423 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1791 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1444 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
