1986 Pontiac 6000 vs. 2010 Audi A1
To start off, 2010 Audi A1 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Pontiac 6000 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2010 Audi A1. (85 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2010 Audi A1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Pontiac 6000 (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A1. (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1986 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Pontiac 6000 | 2010 Audi A1 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Audi |
| Model | 6000 | A1 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3954 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1416 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2469 mm |
