1967 Audi Variant vs. 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Audi Variant would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass (123 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1967 Audi Variant. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1967 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 370 kg more than 1967 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Audi Variant. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Audi Variant | 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Variant | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 2834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2740 mm |
