1984 Audi 4000 vs. 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1984 Audi 4000 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (133 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1984 Audi 4000. (100 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 4000.
Because 1984 Audi 4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Audi 4000 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (325 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 4000. (137 Nm). This means 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 4000 | 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 4000 | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2960 mm |
