1994 Audi A6 vs. 1980 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1994 Audi A6 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A6 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1980 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A6 weights approximately 104 kg more than 1980 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick LeSabre. 1980 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1994 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 1994 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A6 | 1980 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A6 | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2950 mm |
