2005 Audi Allroad vs. 1977 Buick Estate
To start off, 2005 Audi Allroad is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi Allroad (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1977 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi Allroad weights approximately 60 kg more than 1977 Buick Estate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi Allroad 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, 2005 Audi Allroad (381 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Estate. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi Allroad | 1977 Buick Estate | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | Allroad | Estate |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2950 mm |
