1981 Audi 80 vs. 1999 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1999 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 80 would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1981 Audi 80. (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 492 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 1999 Buick Park Avenue. 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, 1999 Buick Park Avenue (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 80. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 80. 1999 Buick Park Avenue 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. 1999 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 80 | 1999 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | 80 | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1682 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |
