2002 Audi A3 vs. 1980 Buick Electra
To start off, 2002 Audi A3 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2002 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2002 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Electra weights approximately 485 kg more than 2002 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Buick Electra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi A3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Buick Electra (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Audi A3. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A3 | 1980 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A3 | Electra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3030 mm |
