1992 Buick Regal vs. 2011 Audi A4
To start off, 2011 Audi A4 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Buick Regal would be higher. At 2,844 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1992 Buick Regal. (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1992 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A4 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1992 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Buick Regal. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Buick Regal | 2011 Audi A4 | |
Make | Buick | Audi |
Model | Regal | A4 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2844 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2809 mm |