2009 Audi A4 vs. 1990 Buick Skylark
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 19 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 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (158 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1990 Buick Skylark. (110 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Skylark weights approximately 300 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Audi A4 (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Skylark. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 1990 Buick Skylark | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A4 | Skylark |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 51 L |
