1986 Audi 90 vs. 1979 Buick Regal
To start off, 1986 Audi 90 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Regal would be higher. At 4,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick Regal (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1986 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Regal weights approximately 445 kg more than 1986 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Buick Regal (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 90. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 1979 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | 90 | Regal |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4348 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
