2008 Audi A6 vs. 1988 Buick Electra
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1988 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1988 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 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, 2008 Audi A6 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Electra. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 1988 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A6 | Electra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2820 mm |
