1985 Buick Century vs. 2004 Audi A4
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Century would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (223 HP) has 138 more horse power than 1985 Buick Century. (85 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Century.
Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 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, 2004 Audi A4 (300 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick Century. (224 Nm). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Century | 2004 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Buick | Audi |
| Model | Century | A4 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 223 HP |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4803 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1364 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2662 mm | 2660 mm |
