1988 Buick Skylark vs. 2010 Audi A4
To start off, 2010 Audi A4 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1988 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A4 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1988 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 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, 2010 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Skylark. 1988 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 2010 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2010 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Buick Skylark will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Skylark | 2010 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Buick | Audi |
| Model | Skylark | A4 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1826 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2809 mm |
