1984 Audi Quattro vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1984 Audi Quattro 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, 1984 Audi Quattro (180 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 639 kg more than 1984 Audi Quattro.
Because 1984 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Audi Quattro 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, 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Quattro. (251 Nm). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Quattro. 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 1984 Audi Quattro has manual transmission. 1984 Audi Quattro 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 Quattro | 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Quattro | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3230 mm |
