2000 Audi A8 vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 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, 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (225 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi A8 | 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
Model | A8 | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2960 mm |