1988 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 2003 Audi TT
To start off, 2003 Audi TT is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac Grand Am would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Audi TT. (161 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi TT weights approximately 75 kg more than 1988 Pontiac Grand Am.
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, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi TT. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Pontiac Grand Am | 2003 Audi TT | |
| Make | Pontiac | Audi |
| Model | Grand Am | TT |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 55 L |
