1980 Audi Quattro vs. 1972 Buick GS
To start off, 1980 Audi Quattro is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,723 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Quattro (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1972 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick GS weights approximately 340 kg more than 1980 Audi Quattro.
Because 1980 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Buick GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro will offer significantly more control. 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, 1972 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Quattro. (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Quattro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Quattro | 1972 Buick GS | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | Quattro | GS |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2143 cc | 5723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2860 mm |
