1980 Audi Sport vs. 1978 Buick Regal
To start off, 1980 Audi Sport is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (90 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Regal weights approximately 430 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Buick Regal. 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, 1980 Audi Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Regal. (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Sport | 1978 Buick Regal | |
Make | Audi | Buick |
Model | Sport | Regal |
Year Released | 1980 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2133 cc | 3214 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2750 mm |