1979 Buick Estate vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A5 (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1979 Buick Estate. (104 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Estate.
Because 1979 Buick Estate 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 1979 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5, 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, 2010 Audi A5 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Estate. (275 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Estate | 2010 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Buick | Audi |
| Model | Estate | A5 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
