1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 1982 Audi 4000
To start off, 1982 Audi 4000 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1982 Audi 4000. (100 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1982 Audi 4000.
Because 1982 Audi 4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Audi 4000 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi 4000. (137 Nm). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi 4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 1982 Audi 4000 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Audi |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | 4000 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2550 mm |
