1991 Audi 100 vs. 1954 Oldsmobile 88
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Oldsmobile 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Oldsmobile 88 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Oldsmobile 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 100 (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1954 Oldsmobile 88. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1954 Oldsmobile 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Oldsmobile 88 weights approximately 164 kg more than 1991 Audi 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Oldsmobile 88 (407 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 100. (250 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Oldsmobile 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 1954 Oldsmobile 88 | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 100 | 88 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 5320 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1590 mm |
