1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1987 Audi 4000
To start off, 1987 Audi 4000 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,050 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Buick Riviera (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1987 Audi 4000. (100 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi 4000.
Because 1987 Audi 4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm) has 508 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi 4000. (137 Nm). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi 4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Buick Riviera | 1987 Audi 4000 | |
| Make | Buick | Audi |
| Model | Riviera | 4000 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 645 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2550 mm |
