1988 Audi 80 vs. 1979 Buick Estate
To start off, 1988 Audi 80 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Estate would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick Estate (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1988 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1988 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Estate weights approximately 850 kg more than 1988 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Audi 80, 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, 1979 Buick Estate (318 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Audi 80. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Audi 80. 1979 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1988 Audi 80 has manual transmission. 1988 Audi 80 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Audi 80 | 1979 Buick Estate | |
Make | Audi | Buick |
Model | 80 | Estate |
Year Released | 1988 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2950 mm |