2001 Audi A4 vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2001 Audi A4 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A4 (248 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 280 kg more than 2001 Audi A4.
Because 1979 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 1979 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, 2001 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A4 | 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | A4 | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 5032 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3030 mm |
