2000 Audi A8 vs. 1981 Buick Estate
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1981 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick Estate weights approximately 250 kg more than 2000 Audi A8.
Because 1981 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 1981 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8, 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, 1981 Buick Estate (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A8. (330 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1981 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A8. 1981 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2000 Audi A8 has manual transmission. 2000 Audi A8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi A8 | 1981 Buick Estate | |
Make | Audi | Buick |
Model | A8 | Estate |
Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5735 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 97.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2950 mm |