1984 Audi 90 vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1984 Audi 90 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,548 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (370 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 455 kg more than 1984 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | 90 | GTO |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 6548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 603 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 104.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2850 mm |
