2004 Audi A4 vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,444 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 585 kg more than 2004 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 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 Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (230 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 2004 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2004 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | A4 | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 7444 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 108 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 91 L |
