2004 Audi A3 vs. 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2004 Audi A3 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 460 kg more than 2004 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A3, 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, 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A3. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A3 | 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | A3 | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3030 mm |
