2005 Audi S4 vs. 1981 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 24 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 5,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (105 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 15 kg more than 2005 Audi S4.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (274 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1981 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | S4 | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2950 mm |
