1990 Audi 100 vs. 1990 Buick Skylark
To start off, both 1990 Audi 100 and 1990 Buick Skylark were released in the same year (1990). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Skylark (110 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1990 Audi 100. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Skylark weights approximately 105 kg more than 1990 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Buick Skylark (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi 100. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi 100. 1990 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1990 Audi 100 has manual transmission. 1990 Audi 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Buick Skylark will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Audi 100 | 1990 Buick Skylark | |
Make | Audi | Buick |
Model | 100 | Skylark |
Year Released | 1990 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 51 L |