1992 Buick LeSabre vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick LeSabre (168 HP) has 30 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 45 kg more than 2013 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 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, 2013 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Buick LeSabre. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Buick LeSabre | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Buick | Audi |
| Model | LeSabre | A3 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2578 mm |
