1982 Audi Coupe vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
To start off, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1982 Audi Coupe. (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1982 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 965 kg more than 1982 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Audi Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Custom Cruiser (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi Coupe. (171 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi Coupe. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1982 Audi Coupe has manual transmission. 1982 Audi Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1982 Audi Coupe | 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | |
Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
Model | Coupe | Custom Cruiser |
Year Released | 1982 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 5002 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2950 mm |