1990 Audi Coupe vs. 1973 Buick Skylark
To start off, 1990 Audi Coupe is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi Coupe (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 185 kg more than 1990 Audi Coupe.
Because 1990 Audi Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Audi Coupe 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, 1973 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi Coupe. (315 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi Coupe | 1973 Buick Skylark | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | Coupe | Skylark |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 5724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
