2004 Audi A6 vs. 1978 Buick Electra
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1978 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Electra weights approximately 15 kg more than 2004 Audi A6.
Because 2004 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 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, 2004 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Electra. (381 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 1978 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A6 | Electra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3030 mm |
