2004 Audi S4 vs. 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2004 Audi S4 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 360 kg more than 2004 Audi S4.
Because 2004 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 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, 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado (519 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi S4 | 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
Model | S4 | Toronado |
Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4170 cc | 7446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 519 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 104.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 108 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 91 L |