1991 Audi S2 vs. 1955 Oldsmobile 88
To start off, 1991 Audi S2 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Oldsmobile 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Oldsmobile 88 would be higher. At 5,318 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Oldsmobile 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi S2 (216 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1955 Oldsmobile 88. (200 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi S2 should accelerate faster than 1955 Oldsmobile 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Oldsmobile 88 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1991 Audi S2.
Because 1991 Audi S2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Oldsmobile 88. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi S2 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, 1955 Oldsmobile 88 (450 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi S2. (309 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1955 Oldsmobile 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi S2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi S2 | 1955 Oldsmobile 88 | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | S2 | 88 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 5318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3110 mm |
