2009 Audi A5 vs. 1990 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 19 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 581 kg more than 2009 Audi A5.
Because 2009 Audi A5 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, 2009 Audi A5 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, 2009 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick LeSabre. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 1990 Buick LeSabre | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A5 | LeSabre |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |
