1970 Buick Skylark vs. 2012 Audi Q3
To start off, 2012 Audi Q3 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,724 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Buick Skylark (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q3. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q3.
Because 2012 Audi Q3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 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, 1970 Buick Skylark (393 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi Q3. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi Q3.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick Skylark | 2012 Audi Q3 | |
Make | Buick | Audi |
Model | Skylark | Q3 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1600 mm |