2000 Audi TT vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2000 Audi TT is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi TT (180 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Because 2000 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi TT. (245 Nm). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi TT. 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 2000 Audi TT has manual transmission. 2000 Audi TT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi TT | 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | TT | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 380 Nm |
| 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 |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3230 mm |
