1998 Audi A4 vs. 1990 Buick Electra
To start off, 1998 Audi A4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Electra (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1998 Audi A4. (100 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1998 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Electra weights approximately 390 kg more than 1998 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1990 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Audi A4. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Audi A4. 1990 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1998 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 1998 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A4 | 1990 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A4 | Electra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2820 mm |
