1987 Buick Estate vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Estate 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 24 more horse power than 2012 Audi TT. (158 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi TT.
Because 1987 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 1987 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT, 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, 1987 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi TT. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Estate | 2012 Audi TT | |
| Make | Buick | Audi |
| Model | Estate | TT |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2469 mm |
