2007 Audi A4 vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass

To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,967 cc, 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (201 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (158 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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, 2007 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (203 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass.

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2007 Audi A4 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass
Make Audi Oldsmobile
Model A4 Cutlass
Year Released 2007 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2967 cc 2260 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 201 HP 158 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 203 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 5200 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1705 kg 1445 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4930 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2740 mm