2005 Audi S4 vs. 1986 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Pontiac Fiero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Pontiac Fiero 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 200 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac Fiero. (140 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac Fiero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 628 kg more than 1986 Pontiac Fiero. 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac Fiero. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac Fiero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1986 Pontiac Fiero | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | S4 | Fiero |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 2827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2380 mm |
