1998 Audi A8 vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1998 Audi A8 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,444 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A8 (300 HP) has 35 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado. (265 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Because 1998 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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 Toronado (518 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Audi A8. (400 Nm). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A8 | 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | A8 | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 7444 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 265 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 108 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3110 mm |
