1993 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2013 Audi A4
To start off, 2013 Audi A4 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A4 (208 HP) has 31 more horse power than 1993 Buick Roadmaster. (177 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1993 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 160 kg more than 2013 Audi A4.
Because 2013 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Buick Roadmaster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1993 Buick Roadmaster (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A4. (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A4.
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1993 Buick Roadmaster | 2013 Audi A4 | |
Make | Buick | Audi |
Model | Roadmaster | A4 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 208 HP |
Torque | 393 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 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 | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4703 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2808 mm |