1999 Audi R8R vs. 1979 Buick Electra
To start off, 1999 Audi R8R is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,942 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8R (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1979 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8R should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Electra weights approximately 1723 kg more than 1999 Audi R8R.
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, 1999 Audi R8R (330 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Electra. (320 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8R | 1979 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | R8R | Electra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3898 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1400 mm |
