1999 Audi A4 vs. 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado
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 Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1999 Audi A4. (252 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 820 kg more than 1999 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado (519 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi A4 | 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
Model | A4 | Toronado |
Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 7446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 519 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 104.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 108 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 91 L |