1980 Audi Quattro vs. 1976 Buick Estate
To start off, 1980 Audi Quattro is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Quattro (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1976 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Estate weights approximately 594 kg more than 1980 Audi Quattro.
Because 1980 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Buick Estate. 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, 1976 Buick Estate (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Quattro. (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Quattro. 1976 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1980 Audi Quattro has manual transmission. 1980 Audi Quattro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Quattro | 1976 Buick Estate | |
Make | Audi | Buick |
Model | Quattro | Estate |
Year Released | 1980 | 1976 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2143 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 97.8 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1884 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2950 mm |