1994 Oldsmobile Aurora vs. 2010 Audi S5
To start off, 2010 Audi S5 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora. (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S5 weights approximately 13 kg more than 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 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, 2010 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora. 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora has automatic transmission and 2010 Audi S5 has manual transmission. 2010 Audi S5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora | 2010 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Audi |
| Model | Aurora | S5 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 354 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1737 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |
