1999 Audi S8 vs. 1981 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 1999 Audi S8 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S8 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1981 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 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, 1999 Audi S8 (331 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Buick LeSabre. 1981 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1999 Audi S8 has manual transmission. 1999 Audi S8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Audi S8 | 1981 Buick LeSabre | |
Make | Audi | Buick |
Model | S8 | LeSabre |
Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2950 mm |