1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 2003 Audi TT
To start off, 2003 Audi TT is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi TT (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 315 kg more than 2003 Audi TT.
Because 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight 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 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi TT, 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, 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi TT. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 2003 Audi TT | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Audi |
Model | Eighty-Eight | TT |
Year Released | 1983 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2430 mm |