2005 Audi S4 vs. 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 190 more horse power than 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (249 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1997 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | S4 | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 3134 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
