1976 Audi 100 vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, both 1976 Audi 100 and 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight were released in the same year (1976). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Audi 100 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (109 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 473 kg more than 1976 Audi 100.
Because 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-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 Eighty-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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 Eighty-Eight (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Audi 100. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Audi 100 | 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
Model | 100 | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 1976 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2960 mm |