1975 Audi 80 vs. 1979 Buick Century
To start off, 1979 Buick Century is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 80 would be higher. At 3,213 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick Century (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1975 Audi 80. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Century weights approximately 410 kg more than 1975 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1979 Buick Century (217 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 80. (163 Nm). This means 1979 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 80 | 1979 Buick Century | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | 80 | Century |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 3213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
