1978 Audi 100 vs. 2000 Oldsmobile Alero
To start off, 2000 Oldsmobile Alero is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Oldsmobile Alero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Oldsmobile Alero (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1978 Audi 100. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Oldsmobile Alero should accelerate faster than 1978 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Oldsmobile Alero weights approximately 160 kg more than 1978 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, 2000 Oldsmobile Alero (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Audi 100. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Oldsmobile Alero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Audi 100 | 2000 Oldsmobile Alero | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 100 | Alero |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2720 mm |
