2007 Audi A4 vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1989 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | A4 | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
