1988 Buick Electra vs. 2011 Audi A5
To start off, 2011 Audi A5 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A5 (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1988 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Electra.
Because 2011 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5 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, 2011 Audi A5 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Electra. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Electra | 2011 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Buick | Audi |
| Model | Electra | A5 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
