1982 Audi 80 vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Audi 80 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1982 Audi 80. (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1982 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 375 kg more than 1982 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi 80. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi 80 | 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 80 | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2750 mm |
