1971 Audi 100 vs. 1986 Buick Estate
To start off, 1986 Buick Estate is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Audi 100 would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Buick Estate (183 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1971 Audi 100. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1971 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Estate weights approximately 835 kg more than 1971 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Buick Estate is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Audi 100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1986 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Audi 100. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Audi 100 | 1986 Buick Estate | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | 100 | Estate |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 6598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2950 mm |
