1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 vs. 2002 Audi A6
To start off, 2002 Audi A6 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 would be higher. At 6,965 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 (375 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2002 Audi A6. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 weights approximately 119 kg more than 2002 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 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, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 (638 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A6. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 | 2002 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Audi |
| Model | Delta 88 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6965 cc | 2671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 638 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1869 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2850 mm |
