1989 Buick Estate vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,597 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (208 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1989 Buick Estate. (182 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Estate weights approximately 211 kg more than 2013 Audi A6.
Because 2013 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1989 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A6. (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Estate | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Buick | Audi |
| Model | Estate | A6 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6597 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2912 mm |
