2004 Audi A8 vs. 1981 Buick Estate
To start off, 2004 Audi A8 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,998 cc, 2004 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A8 (450 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1981 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A8 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1981 Buick Estate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A8 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 A8 (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Buick Estate. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A8 | 1981 Buick Estate | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A8 | Estate |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.2 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2950 mm |
