1971 Audi 100 vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Audi 100 would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (183 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1971 Audi 100. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1971 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 790 kg more than 1971 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Audi 100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Audi 100. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Audi 100 | 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 100 | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 6598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3030 mm |
