1986 Audi 100 vs. 1986 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, both 1986 Audi 100 and 1986 Pontiac Grand Am were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 100 (138 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac Grand Am. (90 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 100 weights approximately 94 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Audi 100 (180 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac Grand Am. (179 Nm). This means 1986 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Audi 100 | 1986 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Audi | Pontiac |
Model | 100 | Grand Am |
Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 179 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2630 mm |