1980 Audi UR vs. 1993 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1993 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi UR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi UR would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1980 Audi UR. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi UR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 400 kg more than 1980 Audi UR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Audi UR is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi UR 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 UR (286 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Buick Park Avenue. (260 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1980 Audi UR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Buick Park Avenue. 1993 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1980 Audi UR has manual transmission. 1980 Audi UR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi UR | 1993 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | UR | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2820 mm |
