1998 Audi AL2 vs. 1990 Buick Electra
To start off, 1998 Audi AL2 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) has 89 more horse power than 1998 Audi AL2. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1998 Audi AL2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Electra weights approximately 759 kg more than 1998 Audi AL2. 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Audi AL2. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Audi AL2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi AL2 | 1990 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | AL2 | Electra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1199 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2820 mm |
