1999 Audi S8 vs. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1999 Audi S8 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Pontiac Grand Am would be higher. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 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, 1999 Audi S8 (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi S8 | 1984 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Audi | Pontiac |
Model | S8 | Grand Am |
Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4170 cc | 2469 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2630 mm |