1996 Audi RS2 vs. 1990 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1996 Audi RS2 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac Grand Am would be higher. At 2,226 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Audi RS2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi RS2 (311 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi RS2 should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi RS2 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Audi RS2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi RS2 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, 1996 Audi RS2 (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Audi RS2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am. 1990 Pontiac Grand Am has automatic transmission and 1996 Audi RS2 has manual transmission. 1996 Audi RS2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Pontiac Grand Am will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi RS2 | 1990 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | RS2 | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2630 mm |
