1988 Audi 80 vs. 1970 Buick Skylark
To start off, 1988 Audi 80 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,724 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Buick Skylark (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1988 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1988 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Skylark weights approximately 609 kg more than 1988 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Buick Skylark is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Buick Skylark. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Audi 80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Buick Skylark (393 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Audi 80. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi 80 | 1970 Buick Skylark | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | 80 | Skylark |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 5724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2850 mm |
