1986 Audi 90 vs. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 1986 Audi 90 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne would be higher. At 5,317 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1986 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne weights approximately 710 kg more than 1986 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (441 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 90. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | 90 | Grande Parisienne |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5317 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 101.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3030 mm |
