1984 Audi Quattro vs. 2003 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2003 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi Quattro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi Quattro would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1984 Audi Quattro. (180 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi Quattro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 386 kg more than 1984 Audi Quattro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Audi Quattro will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Buick Park Avenue (312 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Quattro. (251 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Quattro. 2003 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1984 Audi Quattro has manual transmission. 1984 Audi Quattro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Quattro | 2003 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | Quattro | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1682 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2900 mm |
