1975 Audi 50 vs. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 50 would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado (106 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1975 Audi 50. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1975 Audi 50. 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, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado (278 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 50. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 50. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1975 Audi 50 has manual transmission. 1975 Audi 50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 50 | 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 50 | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 5734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 4-speed manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2040 mm |
