2008 Audi S4 vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva
To start off, 2008 Audi S4 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva would be higher. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva. (180 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S4 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 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, 2008 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva. (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi S4 | 1992 Oldsmobile Achieva | |
Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
Model | S4 | Achieva |
Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4161 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2630 mm |