1980 Audi 100 vs. 1979 Buick Electra
To start off, 1980 Audi 100 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick Electra (104 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1980 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Electra weights approximately 715 kg more than 1980 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Buick Electra 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 1979 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1979 Buick Electra (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 100. 1979 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1980 Audi 100 has manual transmission. 1980 Audi 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 100 | 1979 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | 100 | Electra |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3030 mm |
