1990 Audi Coupe vs. 1976 Buick Electra
To start off, 1990 Audi Coupe is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi Coupe (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1976 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Electra weights approximately 365 kg more than 1990 Audi Coupe.
Because 1990 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Audi Coupe 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, 1976 Buick Electra (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi Coupe. (315 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi Coupe. 1976 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1990 Audi Coupe has manual transmission. 1990 Audi Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi Coupe | 1976 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | Coupe | Electra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 5730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3030 mm |
