2005 Audi S4 vs. 1990 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 309 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (285 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1990 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | S4 | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 68 L |
