1999 Audi A8 vs. 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1999 Audi A8 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,352 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1999 Audi A8. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A8 weights approximately 26 kg more than 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 1999 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi A8 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 Pontiac Grand Prix (291 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A8. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A8 | 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | A8 | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 3352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2790 mm |
