1963 Buick Riviera vs. 1980 Audi 4000
To start off, 1980 Audi 4000 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Buick Riviera (321 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1980 Audi 4000. (100 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 4000.
Because 1980 Audi 4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi 4000 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, 1963 Buick Riviera (603 Nm) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 4000. (137 Nm). This means 1963 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Buick Riviera | 1980 Audi 4000 | |
| Make | Buick | Audi |
| Model | Riviera | 4000 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2550 mm |
