2005 Audi A4 vs. 1980 Buick Electra
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 25 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, 2005 Audi A4 (217 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 8 kg more than 1980 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A4 (300 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Electra. (278 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1980 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A4 | Electra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |
