1967 Audi Variant vs. 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Audi Variant would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1967 Audi Variant. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1967 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 632 kg more than 1967 Audi Variant. 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, 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Audi Variant. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Audi Variant | 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | Variant | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 76 L |
