1975 Audi 100 vs. 1985 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1985 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Pontiac Grand Am (90 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1975 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 80 kg more than 1975 Audi 100. 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, 1985 Pontiac Grand Am (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 100 | 1985 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | 100 | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |
