1990 Audi 90 vs. 1990 Pontiac Grand Am

To start off, both 1990 Audi 90 and 1990 Pontiac Grand Am were released in the same year (1990). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,299 cc (5 cylinders), 1990 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am (163 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1990 Audi 90. (130 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 101 kg more than 1990 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1990 Audi 90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Audi 90 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, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am (237 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi 90. (184 Nm). This means 1990 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi 90. 1990 Pontiac Grand Am has automatic transmission and 1990 Audi 90 has manual transmission. 1990 Audi 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Pontiac Grand Am will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Audi 90 1990 Pontiac Grand Am
Make Audi Pontiac
Model 90 Grand Am
Year Released 1990 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2299 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 130 HP 163 HP
Torque 184 Nm 237 Nm
Engine Bore Size 81.1 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 86 mm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1134 kg 1235 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2630 mm


 

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