1981 Audi 80 vs. 1959 Buick Invicta
To start off, 1981 Audi 80 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Buick Invicta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Buick Invicta would be higher. At 6,576 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Buick Invicta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Buick Invicta (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1981 Audi 80. (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Buick Invicta weights approximately 880 kg more than 1981 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Audi 80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Buick Invicta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi 80 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, 1959 Buick Invicta (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 80. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 80. 1959 Buick Invicta has automatic transmission and 1981 Audi 80 has manual transmission. 1981 Audi 80 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Buick Invicta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 1959 Buick Invicta | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | 80 | Invicta |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 6576 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 106.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3130 mm |
