1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2011 Audi A4
To start off, 2011 Audi A4 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,344 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 2011 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A4 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, 2011 Audi A4 (349 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (251 Nm). This means 2011 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2011 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Audi |
| Model | Cutlass | A4 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3344 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2809 mm |
