2005 Audi S4 vs. 1985 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Pontiac 6000 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 251 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac 6000. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1985 Pontiac 6000. 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 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac 6000. (183 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1985 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | S4 | 6000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| 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 | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
