1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A5 (208 HP) has 85 more horse power than 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 190 kg more than 2013 Audi A5.
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, 2013 Audi A5 (350 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (278 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2013 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Audi |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | A5 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1383 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2751 mm |
