1980 Audi Sport vs. 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 26 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1980 Audi Sport. (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix. 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, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix (438 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Sport. (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | Sport | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 5326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
