1980 Audi Quattro vs. 1986 Buick Estate
To start off, 1986 Buick Estate is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Quattro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Quattro would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Quattro (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1986 Buick Estate. (183 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Estate weights approximately 595 kg more than 1980 Audi Quattro.
Because 1980 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 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, 1986 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Quattro. (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Quattro. 1986 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. 1986 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Quattro | 1986 Buick Estate | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | Quattro | Estate |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2143 cc | 6598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1885 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 |
