1986 Audi 90 vs. 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 11 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 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1986 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 500 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, 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 90. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 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 | 1997 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | 90 | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2810 mm |
