1986 Audi 90 vs. 1974 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1986 Audi 90 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Pontiac Firebird (285 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1986 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 546 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, 1974 Pontiac Firebird (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 90. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 1974 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | 90 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 6547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 104.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
