1973 Audi Asso vs. 1987 Buick Estate

To start off, 1987 Buick Estate is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Audi Asso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Audi Asso would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1973 Audi Asso. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1973 Audi Asso.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1987 Buick Estate (435 Nm) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Audi Asso. (163 Nm). This means 1987 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Audi Asso.

Compare all specifications:

1973 Audi Asso 1987 Buick Estate
Make Audi Buick
Model Asso Estate
Year Released 1973 1987
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1586 cc 6598 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 100 HP 182 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 163 Nm 435 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4110 mm 5510 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1990 mm
Vehicle Height 1210 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2480 mm 2950 mm


 

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