1982 Audi 80 vs. 1988 Buick Electra
To start off, 1988 Buick Electra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Audi 80 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Electra (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1982 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1982 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Electra weights approximately 645 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi 80. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi 80. 1988 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1982 Audi 80 has manual transmission. 1982 Audi 80 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi 80 | 1988 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | 80 | Electra |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 96.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2820 mm |
