1990 Audi Coupe vs. 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1990 Audi Coupe is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 6,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1990 Audi Coupe. (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 380 kg more than 1990 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Audi Coupe 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, 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix (461 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi Coupe. (315 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi Coupe | 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | Coupe | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 6545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |
