1991 Audi 100 vs. 2002 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi 100 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 100 (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. (170 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 93 kg more than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Pontiac Grand Am (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 100. (250 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 2002 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | 100 | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1413 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
