1969 Audi Variant vs. 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Audi Variant would be higher. At 3,129 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix (173 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1969 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1969 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 494 kg more than 1969 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, 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Audi Variant | 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | Variant | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 3129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1564 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 66 L |
