2005 Audi TT vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2005 Audi TT is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 6,596 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi TT (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 185 kg more than 2005 Audi TT.
Because 2005 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT 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, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (435 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi TT. (320 Nm). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi TT | 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | TT | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3187 cc | 6596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2960 mm |
