1989 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 1987 Audi 4000
To start off, 1989 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Audi 4000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Audi 4000 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1987 Audi 4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Pontiac Grand Am (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1987 Audi 4000. (100 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi 4000.
Because 1987 Audi 4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Pontiac Grand Am. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Audi 4000 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Pontiac Grand Am (237 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi 4000. (137 Nm). This means 1989 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi 4000. 1987 Audi 4000 has automatic transmission and 1989 Pontiac Grand Am has manual transmission. 1989 Pontiac Grand Am will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Audi 4000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Pontiac Grand Am | 1987 Audi 4000 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Audi |
| Model | Grand Am | 4000 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |
