2007 Audi A4 vs. 1972 Buick Skylark
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,722 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1972 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Skylark weights approximately 80 kg more than 2007 Audi A4.
Because 2007 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1972 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (226 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1972 Buick Skylark | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A4 | Skylark |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 5722 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
