2004 Audi A6 vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 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, 2004 Audi A6 (300 HP) has 35 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado. (265 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 290 kg more than 2004 Audi A6.
Because 2004 Audi A6 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 A6 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) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (401 Nm). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | A6 | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4179 cc | 7444 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 265 HP |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 108 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 91 L |
