1984 Audi Coupe vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1984 Audi Coupe is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1984 Audi Coupe. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 985 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 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-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 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 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, 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Coupe. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Coupe. 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 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. 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Coupe | 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Coupe | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3230 mm |
