1997 Audi A4 vs. 1992 Pontiac Sunbird
To start off, 1997 Audi A4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Pontiac Sunbird would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Pontiac Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird (111 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1997 Audi A4. (100 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1997 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Audi A4 weights approximately 58 kg more than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Audi A4. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 Pontiac Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A4 | 1992 Pontiac Sunbird | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | A4 | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1127 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |
