1999 Audi A4 vs. 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (247 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (124 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 565 kg more than 1999 Audi A4.
Because 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Audi A4 (321 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (305 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | A4 | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3030 mm |
