2007 Audi S4 vs. 1989 Buick Electra
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (341 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1989 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Electra.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Electra. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Electra. 1989 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi S4 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi S4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi S4 | 1989 Buick Electra | |
Make | Audi | Buick |
Model | S4 | Electra |
Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 341 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2820 mm |