2008 Audi A5 vs. 1979 Buick Estate
To start off, 2008 Audi A5 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A5 (262 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1979 Buick Estate. (104 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Estate weights approximately 265 kg more than 2008 Audi A5.
Because 1979 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 1979 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5, 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, 2008 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Estate. (275 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A5 | 1979 Buick Estate | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A5 | Estate |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2950 mm |
