1990 Buick Skylark vs. 2004 Audi A4
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 2,259 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (169 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1990 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1990 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Skylark | 2004 Audi A4 | |
Make | Buick | Audi |
Model | Skylark | A4 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2259 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 66 L |