2007 Audi A8 vs. 1984 Buick Estate

To start off, 2007 Audi A8 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1984 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A8 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1984 Buick Estate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 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 A8 (651 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick Estate. (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick Estate.

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2007 Audi A8 1984 Buick Estate
Make Audi Buick
Model A8 Estate
Year Released 2007 1984
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3936 cc 6598 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 271 HP 182 HP
Engine RPM 3750 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 651 Nm 435 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 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 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1940 kg 1885 kg
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 5510 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1990 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2950 mm