1984 Buick Estate vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi TT (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1984 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Estate weights approximately 345 kg more than 2012 Audi TT.
Because 2012 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT 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, 1984 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi TT. (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Buick Estate | 2012 Audi TT | |
Make | Buick | Audi |
Model | Estate | TT |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1349 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2469 mm |