1996 Buick Skylark vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 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 A7 (414 HP) has 259 more horse power than 1996 Buick Skylark. (155 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 622 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 A7 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 A7 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 A7 (549 Nm) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick Skylark. (252 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 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 A7 | |
| Make | Buick | Audi |
| Model | Skylark | A7 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 414 HP |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2914 mm |
