2007 Audi A4 vs. 1989 Buick Estate
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,597 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (201 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1989 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Estate weights approximately 180 kg more than 2007 Audi A4.
Because 2007 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Estate. (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1989 Buick Estate | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A4 | Estate |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 6597 cc |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2200 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2950 mm |
