2000 Audi A4 vs. 1985 Buick Estate
To start off, 2000 Audi A4 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2000 Audi A4. (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Estate weights approximately 430 kg more than 2000 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1985 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A4. (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A4. 1985 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2000 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2000 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A4 | 1985 Buick Estate | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A4 | Estate |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 6598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2950 mm |
