2007 Audi TT vs. 1986 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2007 Audi TT is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Pontiac Grand Am would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi TT (245 HP @ 1850 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac Grand Am. (90 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac Grand Am.
Because 2007 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Pontiac Grand Am. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi TT 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, 2007 Audi TT (481 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac Grand Am. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac Grand Am. 2007 Audi TT has automatic transmission and 1986 Pontiac Grand Am has manual transmission. 1986 Pontiac Grand Am will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi TT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi TT | 1986 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | TT | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1850 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2630 mm |
