1988 Audi Coupe vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1988 Audi Coupe is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi Coupe (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 475 kg more than 1988 Audi Coupe.
Because 1988 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Audi Coupe 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, 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Audi Coupe. (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Audi Coupe. 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 1988 Audi Coupe has manual transmission. 1988 Audi Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Audi Coupe | 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
Model | Coupe | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 1988 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2309 cc | 5032 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3030 mm |