2004 Audi TT vs. 1970 Buick Skylark
To start off, 2004 Audi TT is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,723 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi TT (250 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1970 Buick Skylark. (155 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Skylark weights approximately 346 kg more than 2004 Audi TT.
Because 2004 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi TT 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, 1970 Buick Skylark (366 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi TT. (320 Nm). This means 1970 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi TT | 1970 Buick Skylark | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | TT | Skylark |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 5723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2950 mm |
