1987 Buick Skylark vs. 2007 Audi TT
To start off, 2007 Audi TT is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi TT (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1987 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi TT weights approximately 220 kg more than 1987 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi TT 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, 2007 Audi TT (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Skylark | 2007 Audi TT | |
| Make | Buick | Audi |
| Model | Skylark | TT |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
