2007 Audi A4 vs. 1978 Buick Estate
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1978 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Estate weights approximately 250 kg more than 2007 Audi A4.
Because 1978 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 1978 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4, 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, 1978 Buick Estate (381 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1978 Buick Estate | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A4 | Estate |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2950 mm |
