2005 Audi A4 vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (217 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 188 kg more than 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A4 (300 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (285 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A4 | 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
Model | A4 | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2976 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 285 Nm |
Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |