1985 Audi 100 vs. 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1985 Audi 100 is newer by 8 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 129 more horse power than 1985 Audi 100. (136 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 885 kg more than 1985 Audi 100. 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 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100. 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1985 Audi 100 has manual transmission. 1985 Audi 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 100 | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 108 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3110 mm |
