1980 Audi Sport vs. 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 702 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Audi Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport. (191 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | Sport | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |
