2004 Audi A3 vs. 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2004 Audi A3 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 5,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A3 (252 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 170 kg more than 2004 Audi A3.
Because 2004 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A3 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, 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A3 | 1985 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
Model | A3 | Toronado |
Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3189 cc | 5030 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2910 mm |