1983 Audi 80 vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva
To start off, 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1983 Audi 80. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva should accelerate faster than 1983 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva weights approximately 330 kg more than 1983 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, 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Audi 80. (147 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Audi 80 | 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 80 | Achieva |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
