1999 Audi TT vs. 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1999 Audi TT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1999 Audi TT. (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi TT.
Because 1999 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-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, 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (352 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi TT. (237 Nm). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi TT. 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-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. 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi TT | 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | TT | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2820 mm |
