1980 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1985 Audi 4000
To start off, 1985 Audi 4000 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado (124 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1985 Audi 4000. (100 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 4000.
Because 1985 Audi 4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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 Toronado (278 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 4000. (137 Nm). This means 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1985 Audi 4000 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Audi |
| Model | Toronado | 4000 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2550 mm |
