1970 Audi 100 vs. 1981 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1981 Buick LeSabre is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi 100 would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Audi 100 (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 508 kg more than 1970 Audi 100.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Audi 100. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Audi 100. 1981 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1970 Audi 100 has manual transmission. 1970 Audi 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Audi 100 | 1981 Buick LeSabre | |
Make | Audi | Buick |
Model | 100 | LeSabre |
Year Released | 1970 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1871 cc | 3790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1082 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2950 mm |