1984 Audi 90 vs. 1996 Buick Skylark
To start off, 1996 Buick Skylark is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi 90 would be higher. At 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Skylark (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Skylark weights approximately 267 kg more than 1984 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Buick Skylark (252 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 1996 Buick Skylark | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | 90 | Skylark |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1323 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
