1980 Audi Quattro vs. 1984 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1984 Buick LeSabre is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Quattro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Quattro would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Quattro (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1984 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 306 kg more than 1980 Audi Quattro.
Because 1980 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro 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, 1980 Audi Quattro (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick LeSabre. 1984 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1980 Audi Quattro has manual transmission. 1980 Audi Quattro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Quattro | 1984 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | Quattro | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2143 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2950 mm |
