2007 Audi A3 vs. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (198 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (108 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 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, 2007 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | A3 | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
