2005 Audi A6 vs. 1986 Buick Estate
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (217 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1986 Buick Estate. (183 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Estate weights approximately 350 kg more than 2005 Audi A6.
Because 1986 Buick Estate 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 1986 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6, 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, 1986 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A6. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A6 | 1986 Buick Estate | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A6 | Estate |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 6598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2950 mm |
