1999 Audi R8R vs. 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1999 Audi R8R is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 4,343 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8R (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (120 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8R should accelerate faster than 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 1484 kg more than 1999 Audi R8R.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1999 Audi R8R (330 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (305 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8R | 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | R8R | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3898 cc | 4343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1486 kg |
