2001 Audi Avantissimo vs. 1990 Buick Electra
To start off, 2001 Audi Avantissimo is newer by 11 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Audi Avantissimo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi Avantissimo (424 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1990 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi Avantissimo should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi Avantissimo weights approximately 220 kg more than 1990 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi Avantissimo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi Avantissimo 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, 2001 Audi Avantissimo (600 Nm) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Electra. (285 Nm). This means 2001 Audi Avantissimo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi Avantissimo | 1990 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | Avantissimo | Electra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 424 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2820 mm |
