1975 Audi 100 vs. 1989 Buick Electra
To start off, 1989 Buick Electra is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 100 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick Electra (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1975 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Electra weights approximately 525 kg more than 1975 Audi 100. 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, 1989 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 100 | 1989 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | 100 | Electra |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2820 mm |
