2009 Audi R8 vs. 1991 Saturn Sedan
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Saturn Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Saturn Sedan would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1991 Saturn Sedan. (85 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1991 Saturn Sedan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 472 kg more than 1991 Saturn Sedan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Saturn Sedan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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 R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Saturn Sedan. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Saturn Sedan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1991 Saturn Sedan | |
| Make | Audi | Saturn |
| Model | R8 | Sedan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1093 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
