1995 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Roadmaster (257 HP) has 49 more horse power than 2013 Audi A5. (208 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 400 kg more than 2013 Audi A5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A5. (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A5. 1995 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 2013 Audi A5 has manual transmission. 2013 Audi A5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick Roadmaster | 2013 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Buick | Audi |
| Model | Roadmaster | A5 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | rear |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4626 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2751 mm |
