1989 Audi V8 vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1989 Audi V8 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi V8 (251 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Because 1989 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi V8 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 Eighty-Eight (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi V8. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi V8.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Audi V8 | 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
Model | V8 | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 1989 | 1976 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3562 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 103.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85.9 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2960 mm |