2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1981 Buick LeSabre
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 28 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 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (494 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 389 more horse power than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (105 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 805 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 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 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 Q7 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 726 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi Q7 | 1981 Buick LeSabre | |
Make | Audi | Buick |
Model | Q7 | LeSabre |
Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5934 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 494 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 1000 Nm | 274 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2605 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2950 mm |