2005 Audi Allroad vs. 1990 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 2005 Audi Allroad is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi Allroad (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (115 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi Allroad weights approximately 284 kg more than 1990 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi Allroad 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, 2005 Audi Allroad (381 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi Allroad | 1990 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | Allroad | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |
