1986 Buick Regal vs. 2008 Audi A4
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Buick Regal (235 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (222 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1986 Buick Regal.
Because 2008 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Audi A4 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Buick Regal. (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick Regal | 2008 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Buick | Audi |
| Model | Regal | A4 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
