1971 Audi 100 vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva
To start off, 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva is newer by 21 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1971 Audi 100. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva should accelerate faster than 1971 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva weights approximately 260 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.
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, 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Audi 100. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Audi 100 | 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 100 | Achieva |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1871 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |
