2002 Audi A8 vs. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2002 Audi A8 is newer by 18 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 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A8 weights approximately 810 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 2002 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Audi A8 (225 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Audi A8 | 1984 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Audi | Pontiac |
Model | A8 | Grand Am |
Year Released | 2002 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3936 cc | 2469 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |