1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 22 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (115 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi R8 weights approximately 29 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 2012 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 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, 2012 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick LeSabre. 1990 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 2012 Audi R8 has manual transmission. 2012 Audi R8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Buick LeSabre | 2012 Audi R8 | |
Make | Buick | Audi |
Model | LeSabre | R8 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 525 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1252 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 90 L |