1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 1981 Audi 4000
To start off, 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 4000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 4000 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1981 Audi 4000. (100 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 4000.
Because 1981 Audi 4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi 4000 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, 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (352 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 4000. (137 Nm). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 1981 Audi 4000 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Audi |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | 4000 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2550 mm |
