1989 Buick LeSabre vs. 2011 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A6 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1989 Buick LeSabre. (149 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2011 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi A6 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick LeSabre. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick LeSabre | 2011 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Buick | Audi |
| Model | LeSabre | A6 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4934 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2833 mm |
