1999 Audi S8 vs. 1990 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1999 Audi S8 is newer by 9 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 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 84 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 515 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 1999 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi S8 | 1990 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Audi | Pontiac |
Model | S8 | Grand Am |
Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4170 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1235 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 |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 69 L |