1973 Buick Skylark vs. 2010 Audi S4
To start off, 2010 Audi S4 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S4 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1973 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S4 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, 2010 Audi S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Buick Skylark. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Skylark | 2010 Audi S4 | |
Make | Buick | Audi |
Model | Skylark | S4 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 333 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1826 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |