2002 Audi Avantissimo vs. 1990 Buick Skylark
To start off, 2002 Audi Avantissimo is newer by 12 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi Avantissimo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi Avantissimo (431 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1990 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi Avantissimo should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi Avantissimo weights approximately 765 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 2002 Audi Avantissimo 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, 2002 Audi Avantissimo 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, 2002 Audi Avantissimo (603 Nm) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm). This means 2002 Audi Avantissimo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi Avantissimo | 1990 Buick Skylark | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | Avantissimo | Skylark |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2259 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 431 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2630 mm |
