2005 Audi S4 vs. 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-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 S4 (410 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1984 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | S4 | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2960 mm |
