1991 Audi 80 vs. 1991 Buick Roadmaster

To start off, both 1991 Audi 80 and 1991 Buick Roadmaster were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1991 Audi 80. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 670 kg more than 1991 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1991 Audi 80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi 80 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, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 80. (167 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 80. 1991 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1991 Audi 80 has manual transmission. 1991 Audi 80 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Audi 80 1991 Buick Roadmaster
Make Audi Buick
Model 80 Roadmaster
Year Released 1991 1991
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 5002 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 114 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 167 Nm 346 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2400 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1330 kg 2000 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 5540 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1540 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2950 mm


 

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