1999 Audi R8 vs. 1981 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1999 Audi R8 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 506 more horse power than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 1588 kg more than 1999 Audi R8.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1999 Audi R8 (705 Nm) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8 | 1981 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | R8 | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1430 mm |
