2005 Audi S4 vs. 1988 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac Grand Am 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 177 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac Grand Am. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1988 Pontiac Grand Am. 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 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac Grand Am. (237 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi S4 | 1988 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Audi | Pontiac |
Model | S4 | Grand Am |
Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 237 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 69 L |