1984 Audi 200 vs. 1969 Buick GS
To start off, 1984 Audi 200 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Buick GS would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Buick GS (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1984 Audi 200. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Buick GS weights approximately 510 kg more than 1984 Audi 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Buick GS 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 1969 Buick GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Audi 200, 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, 1969 Buick GS (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 200. (253 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 200 | 1969 Buick GS | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | 200 | GS |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 7468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 253 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
