1996 Audi A6 vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1996 Audi A6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1996 Audi A6. (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 207 kg more than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 1996 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 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, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (218 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A6. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A6 | 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | A6 | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1243 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
