1986 Audi 100 vs. 1999 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 1999 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Sunfire (115 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1986 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 90 kg more than 1986 Audi 100. 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, 1999 Pontiac Sunfire (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 100. (122 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 100 | 1999 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | 100 | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
