2009 Audi A5 vs. 1987 Buick Skylark
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 22 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 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1987 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Skylark weights approximately 295 kg more than 2009 Audi A5.
Because 2009 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 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, 2009 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 1987 Buick Skylark | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A5 | Skylark |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
