1994 Audi A8 vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1994 Audi A8 is newer by 18 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, 1994 Audi A8 (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A8 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Audi A8 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, 1994 Audi A8 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 1994 Audi A8. (400 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Audi A8 | 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
Model | A8 | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 1994 | 1976 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 6596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2960 mm |