1980 Audi 80 vs. 1985 Buick Estate
To start off, 1985 Buick Estate is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 80 would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1980 Audi 80. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Estate weights approximately 913 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 1985 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 1985 Buick Estate. 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, 1985 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 80. (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 80 | 1985 Buick Estate | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | 80 | Estate |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 6598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2950 mm |
