1984 Buick Electra vs. 2011 Audi TT
To start off, 2011 Audi TT is newer by 27 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 4,127 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi TT (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1984 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Electra.
Because 2011 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT 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, 2011 Audi TT (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Buick Electra | 2011 Audi TT | |
Make | Buick | Audi |
Model | Electra | TT |
Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4127 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4201 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1359 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2469 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |