1984 Buick Electra vs. 1986 Audi 4000
To start off, 1986 Audi 4000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1986 Audi 4000. (100 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 4000.
Because 1986 Audi 4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Audi 4000 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, 1984 Buick Electra (264 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 4000. (137 Nm). This means 1984 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Buick Electra | 1986 Audi 4000 | |
| Make | Buick | Audi |
| Model | Electra | 4000 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2550 mm |
