1985 Buick Electra vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1985 Buick Electra. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A5 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1985 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick Electra. (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Electra | 2010 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Buick | Audi |
| Model | Electra | A5 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2751 mm |
