2007 Audi Q7 vs. 1990 Buick Skylark
To start off, 2007 Audi Q7 is newer by 17 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 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi Q7 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1990 Buick Skylark. (110 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1045 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 2007 Audi Q7 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, 2007 Audi Q7 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, 2007 Audi Q7 (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Skylark. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi Q7 | 1990 Buick Skylark | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | Q7 | Skylark |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 51 L |
