1990 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1980 Audi 4000
To start off, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 4000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 4000 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1980 Audi 4000. (100 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 4000.
Because 1980 Audi 4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi 4000 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, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado (298 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 4000. (137 Nm). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1980 Audi 4000 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Audi |
| Model | Toronado | 4000 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2550 mm |
