1969 Audi Variant vs. 2004 Oldsmobile Alero
To start off, 2004 Oldsmobile Alero is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Audi Variant would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Oldsmobile Alero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Oldsmobile Alero (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1969 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Oldsmobile Alero should accelerate faster than 1969 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Oldsmobile Alero weights approximately 263 kg more than 1969 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, 2004 Oldsmobile Alero (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Oldsmobile Alero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Audi Variant | 2004 Oldsmobile Alero | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Variant | Alero |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1333 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 53 L |
