1996 Buick Skylark vs. 2013 Audi A4
To start off, 2013 Audi A4 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A4 (208 HP) has 53 more horse power than 1996 Buick Skylark. (155 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A4 weights approximately 267 kg more than 1996 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Audi A4 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick Skylark. (252 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Skylark | 2013 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Buick | Audi |
| Model | Skylark | A4 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4703 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2808 mm |
