1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 1982 Audi 4000
To start off, 1982 Audi 4000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1982 Audi 4000. (100 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1982 Audi 4000.
Because 1982 Audi 4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Audi 4000 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, 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (278 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi 4000. (137 Nm). This means 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi 4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 1982 Audi 4000 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Audi |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | 4000 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2550 mm |
