1986 Audi 4000 vs. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1986 Audi 4000 is newer by 2 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, 1986 Audi 4000 (100 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 4000 should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am.
Because 1986 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, 1986 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 (179 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 4000. (137 Nm). This means 1984 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 4000 | 1984 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | 4000 | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2469 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.2 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
