1991 Audi 100 vs. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari

To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 6,558 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1991 Audi 100. (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 429 kg more than 1991 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari (440 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 100. (250 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 100.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Audi 100 1976 Pontiac Grand Safari
Make Audi Pontiac
Model 100 Grand Safari
Year Released 1991 1976
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2771 cc 6558 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 172 HP 182 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 440 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 1600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 110.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 85.9 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 1506 kg 1935 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 5450 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1460 mm


 

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