1991 Audi V8 vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1991 Audi V8 is newer by 15 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 6,596 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi V8 (280 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 28 kg more than 1991 Audi V8.
Because 1991 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, 1991 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 (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi V8. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi V8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi V8 | 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | V8 | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 6596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 1740 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 |
