1984 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 2011 Audi S3
To start off, 2011 Audi S3 is newer by 27 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 2,469 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S3 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S3 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi S3 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, 2011 Audi S3 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, 2011 Audi S3 (331 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Pontiac Grand Am | 2011 Audi S3 | |
Make | Pontiac | Audi |
Model | Grand Am | S3 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2469 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |