2006 Audi A4 vs. 1980 Buick Electra
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 26 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, 2006 Audi A4 (202 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1980 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Electra weights approximately 415 kg more than 2006 Audi A4.
Because 2006 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 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, 2006 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 1980 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A4 | Electra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 95 L |
