2005 Audi Allroad vs. 1990 Buick Electra
To start off, 2005 Audi Allroad is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi Allroad (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1990 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi Allroad weights approximately 365 kg more than 1990 Buick Electra. 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 1990 Buick Electra. 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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Electra. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi Allroad | 1990 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | Allroad | Electra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2820 mm |
