2005 Audi S4 vs. 1979 Buick Electra
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1979 Buick Electra. (104 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Electra weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 Audi S4.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Electra. (274 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1979 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | S4 | Electra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3030 mm |
