1970 Audi Super 90 vs. 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Audi Super 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi Super 90 would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1970 Audi Super 90. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi Super 90.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (278 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi Super 90. (149 Nm). This means 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi Super 90. 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 1970 Audi Super 90 has manual transmission. 1970 Audi Super 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi Super 90 | 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Super 90 | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1759 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3030 mm |
