1967 Audi Variant vs. 1978 Buick Electra
To start off, 1978 Buick Electra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Audi Variant would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick Electra (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1967 Audi Variant. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1967 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Electra weights approximately 715 kg more than 1967 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Buick Electra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Audi Variant, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Buick Electra (381 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Audi Variant. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Audi Variant | 1978 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | Variant | Electra |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 5730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3030 mm |
