1983 Audi UR vs. 1986 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1986 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Audi UR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Audi UR would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Audi UR (198 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac Grand Am. (90 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Audi UR weights approximately 170 kg more than 1986 Pontiac Grand Am. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Audi UR is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Pontiac Grand Am. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Audi UR 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, 1983 Audi UR (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac Grand Am. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Audi UR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Audi UR | 1986 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Audi | Pontiac |
Model | UR | Grand Am |
Year Released | 1983 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2630 mm |