1984 Audi 90 vs. 1977 Buick Electra
To start off, 1984 Audi 90 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick Electra (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (139 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Electra weights approximately 525 kg more than 1984 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Buick Electra (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 1977 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | 90 | Electra |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 5730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3030 mm |
