2005 Audi A6 vs. 1985 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Pontiac Grand Am would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (218 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. (90 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 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, 2005 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A6 | 1985 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Audi | Pontiac |
Model | A6 | Grand Am |
Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3189 cc | 2471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2630 mm |