1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Because 2011 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 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, 2011 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 2011 Audi R8 has manual transmission. 2011 Audi R8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 2011 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Audi |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | R8 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2649 mm |
