1980 Audi Sport vs. 1987 Buick Electra
To start off, 1987 Buick Electra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1987 Buick Electra. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Electra weights approximately 480 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Buick Electra. 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Electra. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Electra. 1987 Buick Electra 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. 1987 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 1987 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | Sport | Electra |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2820 mm |
