1980 Audi Sport vs. 2004 Buick Rainier
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 24 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP) has 24 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rainier. (276 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 1099 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Buick Rainier (387 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Sport. (330 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 2004 Buick Rainier | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | Sport | Rainier |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 276 HP |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2099 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 83 L |
