1979 Audi 100 vs. 1955 Oldsmobile 98
To start off, 1979 Audi 100 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Oldsmobile 98. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Oldsmobile 98 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Oldsmobile 98 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1979 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 should accelerate faster than 1979 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Oldsmobile 98 weights approximately 618 kg more than 1979 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Oldsmobile 98 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 1955 Oldsmobile 98. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 (450 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1955 Oldsmobile 98 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Audi 100 | 1955 Oldsmobile 98 | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 100 | 98 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 5320 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1728 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3210 mm |
