1983 Buick LeSabre vs. 2011 Audi TT
To start off, 2011 Audi TT is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi TT (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1983 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2011 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT 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, 2011 Audi TT (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Buick LeSabre | 2011 Audi TT | |
Make | Buick | Audi |
Model | LeSabre | TT |
Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4201 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1359 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2469 mm |