1988 Buick Estate vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2012 Audi TT. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi TT.
Because 2012 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 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, 1988 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi TT. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Estate | 2012 Audi TT | |
Make | Buick | Audi |
Model | Estate | TT |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 Length | 5510 mm | 4201 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1359 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2469 mm |