1992 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2011 Audi A5
To start off, 2011 Audi A5 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1992 Buick Roadmaster. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1992 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 240 kg more than 2011 Audi A5.
Because 2011 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Buick Roadmaster. 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, 1992 Buick Roadmaster (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A5. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Buick Roadmaster | 2011 Audi A5 | |
Make | Buick | Audi |
Model | Roadmaster | A5 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 3197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2751 mm |