1990 Audi 90 vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1990 Audi 90 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1990 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1990 Audi 90. 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, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi 90. (172 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi 90. 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1990 Audi 90 has manual transmission. 1990 Audi 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Audi 90 | 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
Model | 90 | Toronado |
Year Released | 1990 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 7446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 518 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3110 mm |