2001 Audi A4 vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2001 Audi A4 is newer by 25 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, 2001 Audi A4 (248 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 420 kg more than 2001 Audi A4.
Because 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 2400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A4. (330 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A4 | 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | A4 | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3230 mm |
