1973 Buick Skylark vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 40 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, 2013 Audi A5 (208 HP) has 58 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A5 weights approximately 24 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1973 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A5. (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Skylark | 2013 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Buick | Audi |
| Model | Skylark | A5 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | rear |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4626 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2751 mm |
