2000 Audi Steppenwolf vs. 1954 Oldsmobile 98
To start off, 2000 Audi Steppenwolf is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Oldsmobile 98. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Oldsmobile 98 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Oldsmobile 98 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi Steppenwolf (222 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1954 Oldsmobile 98. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi Steppenwolf should accelerate faster than 1954 Oldsmobile 98. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi Steppenwolf weights approximately 215 kg more than 1954 Oldsmobile 98. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi Steppenwolf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Oldsmobile 98. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi Steppenwolf 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, 1954 Oldsmobile 98 (407 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi Steppenwolf. (320 Nm). This means 1954 Oldsmobile 98 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi Steppenwolf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi Steppenwolf | 1954 Oldsmobile 98 | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Steppenwolf | 98 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 5320 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1590 mm |
