1986 Audi 90 vs. 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1986 Audi 90 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1986 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 705 kg more than 1986 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 90. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Audi 90 | 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
Model | 90 | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 1986 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3030 mm |