1980 Audi Sport vs. 2012 Buick Regal
To start off, 2012 Buick Regal is newer by 32 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 2,133 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2012 Buick Regal. (220 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Regal weights approximately 665 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 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, 2012 Buick Regal (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Sport. (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Sport. 2012 Buick Regal 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. 2012 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 2012 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | Sport | Regal |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4831 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2738 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
