1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 2011 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A6 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (115 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A6 weights approximately 94 kg more than 1990 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Buick LeSabre is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Buick LeSabre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (329 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick LeSabre | 2011 Audi A6 | |
Make | Buick | Audi |
Model | LeSabre | A6 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4928 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1458 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2842 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |