1999 Audi S8 vs. 1999 Oldsmobile Achieva
To start off, both 1999 Audi S8 and 1999 Oldsmobile Achieva were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1999 Oldsmobile Achieva.
Because 1999 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Oldsmobile Achieva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 1999 Oldsmobile Achieva | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | S8 | Achieva |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 0 HP |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
