1985 Audi 200 vs. 1987 Buick Estate
To start off, 1987 Buick Estate is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 200 would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1985 Audi 200. (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Estate weights approximately 595 kg more than 1985 Audi 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Audi 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Audi 200 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, 1987 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 200. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 200 | 1987 Buick Estate | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | 200 | Estate |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 6598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2950 mm |
