1981 Buick LeSabre vs. 1981 Audi 4000

To start off, both 1981 Buick LeSabre and 1981 Audi 4000 were released in the same year (1981). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Buick LeSabre (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1981 Audi 4000. (100 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 4000.

Because 1981 Audi 4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Audi 4000 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, 1981 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 4000. (137 Nm). This means 1981 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 4000.

Compare all specifications:

1981 Buick LeSabre 1981 Audi 4000
Make Buick Audi
Model LeSabre 4000
Year Released 1981 1981
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3790 cc 2144 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 104 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 3400 RPM 4250 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 137 Nm
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Length 5550 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2550 mm


 

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