1980 Buick LeSabre vs. 2012 Audi S5
To start off, 2012 Audi S5 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1980 Buick LeSabre. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi S5 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1980 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi S5 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, 2012 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick LeSabre. (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick LeSabre | 2012 Audi S5 | |
Make | Buick | Audi |
Model | LeSabre | S5 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 354 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2751 mm |