1984 Audi Coupe vs. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire

To start off, 1984 Audi Coupe is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire would be higher. At 3,531 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (215 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1984 Audi Coupe. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire weights approximately 347 kg more than 1984 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire 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 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Coupe. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Coupe. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire has automatic transmission and 1984 Audi Coupe has manual transmission. 1984 Audi Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1984 Audi Coupe 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire
Make Audi Oldsmobile
Model Coupe Jetfire
Year Released 1984 1962
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1781 cc 3531 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 75 HP 215 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 138 Nm 408 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81.1 mm 88.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 71.1 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 950 kg 1297 kg
Vehicle Length 4360 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 60 L


 

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