1990 Audi Coupe vs. 1996 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 1996 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1990 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi Coupe (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1996 Pontiac Sunfire. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1996 Pontiac Sunfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi Coupe weights approximately 214 kg more than 1996 Pontiac Sunfire. 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 1996 Pontiac Sunfire. 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, 1990 Audi Coupe (315 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Pontiac Sunfire. (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Pontiac Sunfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi Coupe | 1996 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | Coupe | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2650 mm |
