2009 Audi A3 vs. 1988 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac 6000. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2009 Audi A3.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Audi A3 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac 6000. (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Pontiac 6000. 2009 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 1988 Pontiac 6000 has manual transmission. 1988 Pontiac 6000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 1988 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | A3 | 6000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
