1980 Audi 80 vs. 1979 Buick Regal
To start off, 1980 Audi 80 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick Regal (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1980 Audi 80. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Regal weights approximately 458 kg more than 1980 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Buick Regal 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 Regal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi 80, 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 Regal (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 80. (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 80 | 1979 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | 80 | Regal |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3214 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
