2009 Audi R8 vs. 1989 Buick Estate
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 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 R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1989 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Estate weights approximately 305 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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 R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Estate. (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Estate. 1989 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi R8 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi R8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1989 Buick Estate | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | R8 | Estate |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 6597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2950 mm |
