1999 Audi TT vs. 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1999 Audi TT 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 TT (178 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (124 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi TT 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 435 kg more than 1999 Audi TT.
Because 1999 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi TT 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, 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (305 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi TT. (235 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi TT. 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 1999 Audi TT has manual transmission. 1999 Audi TT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi TT | 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | TT | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3030 mm |
