2005 Audi A6 vs. 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (320 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 1994 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | A6 | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2820 mm |
