1988 Buick Skylark vs. 2010 Audi A6
To start off, 2010 Audi A6 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A6 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1988 Buick Skylark. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Skylark.
Because 2010 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 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 A6 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Skylark. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Skylark | 2010 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Buick | Audi |
| Model | Skylark | A6 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3331 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4934 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2833 mm |
