1982 Audi 80 vs. 1976 Buick Estate
To start off, 1982 Audi 80 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick Estate (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1982 Audi 80. (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1982 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Estate weights approximately 694 kg more than 1982 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Buick Estate is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Audi 80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Buick Estate (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi 80. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi 80 | 1976 Buick Estate | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | 80 | Estate |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2950 mm |
