1992 Audi V8 vs. 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1992 Audi V8 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Because 1992 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Audi V8. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Audi V8. 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 1992 Audi V8 has manual transmission. 1992 Audi V8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Audi V8 | 1978 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
Model | V8 | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 1992 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3562 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3030 mm |