2007 Audi A6 vs. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. (106 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 213 kg more than 2007 Audi A6.
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, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado (278 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A6 | 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
Model | A6 | Toronado |
Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 5734 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 103.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 85.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 22.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |