1987 Buick Electra vs. 2005 Audi A6

To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1987 Buick Electra. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1987 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 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, 1987 Buick Electra (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Buick Electra 2005 Audi A6
Make Buick Audi
Model Electra A6
Year Released 1987 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 2393 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 139 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 271 Nm 230 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96.5 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 77.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1480 kg 1640 kg
Vehicle Length 4990 mm 4800 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2820 mm 2660 mm