1982 Audi Coupe vs. 1985 Buick Electra
To start off, 1985 Buick Electra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Audi Coupe (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1985 Buick Electra. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Electra weights approximately 350 kg more than 1982 Audi Coupe.
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, 1985 Buick Electra (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi Coupe. (171 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi Coupe. 1985 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1982 Audi Coupe has manual transmission. 1982 Audi Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi Coupe | 1985 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | Coupe | Electra |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2820 mm |
