1986 Audi 90 vs. 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 90 would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1986 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 385 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, 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix (203 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 90. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | 90 | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2740 mm |
