1980 Audi Sport vs. 1954 Buick 70
To start off, 1980 Audi Sport is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 70 would be higher. At 5,274 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1954 Buick 70. (200 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 70 weights approximately 983 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Buick 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport 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, 1954 Buick 70 (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Sport. (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Sport. 1954 Buick 70 has automatic transmission and 1980 Audi Sport has manual transmission. 1980 Audi Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1954 Buick 70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Sport | 1954 Buick 70 | |
Make | Audi | Buick |
Model | Sport | 70 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2133 cc | 5274 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1983 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3230 mm |