2009 Audi A6 vs. 1989 Buick Estate
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,597 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (430 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1989 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1989 Buick Estate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi A6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Estate. (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 1989 Buick Estate | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A6 | Estate |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 6597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2950 mm |
