2000 Audi Allroad vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 2000 Audi Allroad is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,213 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi Allroad (237 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi Allroad weights approximately 365 kg more than 1978 Buick Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi Allroad 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, 2000 Audi Allroad (339 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi Allroad | 1978 Buick Century | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | Allroad | Century |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 3213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
