1984 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 1987 Audi 4000
To start off, 1987 Audi 4000 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Pontiac Grand Am would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am (123 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1987 Audi 4000. (100 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi 4000.
Because 1987 Audi 4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Audi 4000 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, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am (204 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi 4000. (137 Nm). This means 1984 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi 4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Pontiac Grand Am | 1987 Audi 4000 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Audi |
| Model | Grand Am | 4000 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |
