2007 Audi A4 vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 31 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, 2007 Audi A4 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 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 430 kg more than 2007 Audi A4.
Because 2007 Audi A4 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, 2007 Audi A4 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 @ 2200 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | A4 | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 6596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1740 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 |
