2009 Audi A3 vs. 1985 Buick Wildcat
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Wildcat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Wildcat would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick Wildcat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick Wildcat (355 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2009 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Wildcat weights approximately 290 kg more than 2009 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Buick Wildcat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat 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, 1985 Buick Wildcat (551 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 1985 Buick Wildcat | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A3 | Wildcat |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 551 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2600 mm |
