1987 Buick Skylark vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 26 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A5 (208 HP) has 60 more horse power than 1987 Buick Skylark. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A5 weights approximately 375 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.
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, 2013 Audi A5 (350 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Skylark | 2013 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Buick | Audi |
| Model | Skylark | A5 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1383 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2751 mm |
