1981 Audi UR vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1981 Audi UR is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi UR (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (183 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 590 kg more than 1981 Audi UR.
Because 1981 Audi UR is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR 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, 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi UR. (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi UR. 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 1981 Audi UR has manual transmission. 1981 Audi UR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Audi UR | 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
Model | UR | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 1981 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 6598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3030 mm |