2002 Audi R8 vs. 1980 Buick Estate
To start off, 2002 Audi R8 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Estate would be higher. At 4,931 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 470 more horse power than 1980 Buick Estate. (140 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Estate weights approximately 1868 kg more than 2002 Audi R8.
Because 2002 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi R8 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, 2002 Audi R8 (698 Nm) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Estate. (318 Nm). This means 2002 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi R8 | 1980 Buick Estate | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | R8 | Estate |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4931 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 698 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2950 mm |
