2008 Audi TT vs. 1980 Buick Estate
To start off, 2008 Audi TT is newer by 28 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 5,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Estate weights approximately 720 kg more than 2008 Audi TT.
Because 1980 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 1980 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi TT, 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, 1980 Buick Estate (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi TT. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi TT. 1980 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi TT has manual transmission. 2008 Audi TT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi TT | 1980 Buick Estate | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | TT | Estate |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 5030 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2950 mm |
