1987 Buick LeSabre vs. 2010 Audi A6
To start off, 2010 Audi A6 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A6 (300 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1987 Buick LeSabre. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A6 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1987 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 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, 2010 Audi A6 (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick LeSabre. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick LeSabre | 2010 Audi A6 | |
Make | Buick | Audi |
Model | LeSabre | A6 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4915 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2842 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |