2006 Audi TT vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,444 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Audi TT. (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 650 kg more than 2006 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi TT. (282 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi TT | 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
Model | TT | Toronado |
Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1786 cc | 7444 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 282 Nm | 518 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 104.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 108 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 91 L |