2007 Audi S4 vs. 1987 Buick Skylark
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (341 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1987 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Skylark.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Skylark. 1987 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 2007 Audi S4 has manual transmission. 2007 Audi S4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Buick Skylark will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Audi S4 | 1987 Buick Skylark | |
Make | Audi | Buick |
Model | S4 | Skylark |
Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 341 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2630 mm |