2005 Audi A4 vs. 1970 Buick Skylark
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 35 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 5,724 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (220 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1970 Buick Skylark. (195 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Skylark weights approximately 9 kg more than 2005 Audi A4.
Because 1970 Buick Skylark is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Buick Skylark. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (393 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1970 Buick Skylark | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A4 | Skylark |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 5724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2850 mm |
