1980 Buick LeSabre vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 33 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 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (328 HP) has 205 more horse power than 1980 Buick LeSabre. (123 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 250 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 2013 Audi A8 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, 2013 Audi A8 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, 2013 Audi A8 (441 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick LeSabre. (279 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Buick LeSabre | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Buick | Audi |
| Model | LeSabre | A8 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 328 HP |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5137 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2992 mm |
