1999 Audi A4 vs. 1985 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (248 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1985 Buick LeSabre. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 200 kg more than 1999 Audi A4.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Buick LeSabre (329 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A4. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1985 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 1985 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A4 | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 68 L |
