1984 Audi Coupe vs. 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1984 Audi Coupe is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1984 Audi Coupe. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1165 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.
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, 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado (519 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Coupe. (145 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Coupe | 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Coupe | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 108 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3110 mm |
