1988 Audi 200 vs. 1988 Buick LeSabre
To start off, both 1988 Audi 200 and 1988 Buick LeSabre were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1988 Buick LeSabre. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 20 kg more than 1988 Audi 200.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Buick LeSabre (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Audi 200. (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Audi 200 | 1988 Buick LeSabre | |
Make | Audi | Buick |
Model | 200 | LeSabre |
Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 3790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 68 L |