1978 Audi 100 vs. 1983 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1983 Pontiac 6000 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Pontiac 6000 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1978 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 1978 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1978 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, 1983 Pontiac 6000 (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Audi 100. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Audi 100. 1983 Pontiac 6000 has automatic transmission and 1978 Audi 100 has manual transmission. 1978 Audi 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Pontiac 6000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Audi 100 | 1983 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | 100 | 6000 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2670 mm |
