2009 Audi A5 vs. 1985 Buick Electra
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1985 Buick Electra. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Electra weights approximately 505 kg more than 2009 Audi A5.
Because 2009 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 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, 2009 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick Electra. (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 1985 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A5 | Electra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2820 mm |
