1990 Audi 90 vs. 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix

To start off, both 1990 Audi 90 and 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix were released in the same year (1990). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,352 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1990 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 499 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.

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, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix (291 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi 90. (172 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi 90.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Audi 90 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix
Make Audi Pontiac
Model 90 Grand Prix
Year Released 1990 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1994 cc 3352 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 114 HP 208 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 172 Nm 291 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1110 kg 1609 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4930 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2790 mm


 

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