2004 Audi A6 vs. 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (221 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 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, 2004 Audi A6 (430 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | A6 | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2974 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3030 mm |
