1986 Audi 100 vs. 1986 Buick Skylark
To start off, both 1986 Audi 100 and 1986 Buick Skylark were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 100 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1986 Buick Skylark. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Skylark.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1986 Buick Skylark (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 100. (147 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 100. 1986 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1986 Audi 100 has manual transmission. 1986 Audi 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Buick Skylark will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 100 | 1986 Buick Skylark | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | 100 | Skylark |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1921 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |
