1967 Audi Variant vs. 1988 Buick Electra
To start off, 1988 Buick Electra is newer by 21 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Electra (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1967 Audi Variant. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1967 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Electra weights approximately 505 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.
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, 1988 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Audi Variant. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 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 | 1988 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | Variant | Electra |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2820 mm |
