1969 Audi Variant vs. 1972 Buick Skylark
To start off, 1972 Buick Skylark is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Audi Variant would be higher. At 5,722 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Buick Skylark (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1969 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1969 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Skylark weights approximately 535 kg more than 1969 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Buick Skylark is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Buick Skylark. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Audi Variant, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Audi Variant | 1972 Buick Skylark | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | Variant | Skylark |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 5722 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 68 L |
