2005 Audi S4 vs. 1983 Pontiac Phoenix
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Pontiac Phoenix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Pontiac Phoenix would be higher. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac Phoenix. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac Phoenix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1983 Pontiac Phoenix. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Pontiac Phoenix. (181 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Pontiac Phoenix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1983 Pontiac Phoenix | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | S4 | Phoenix |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
