1987 Buick Regal vs. 2012 Audi A4
To start off, 2012 Audi A4 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Regal (276 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2012 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A4 weights approximately 64 kg more than 1987 Buick Regal.
Because 2012 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1987 Buick Regal (489 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A4. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A4. 1987 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 2012 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2012 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 2012 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Buick | Audi |
| Model | Regal | A4 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
