1984 Audi 4000 vs. 1981 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1984 Audi 4000 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 5,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Buick LeSabre (105 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1984 Audi 4000. (100 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 4000.
Because 1984 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, 1984 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 (274 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 4000. (137 Nm). This means 1981 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 4000 | 1981 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | 4000 | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2950 mm |
