1987 Audi 90 vs. 1987 Buick Riviera
To start off, both 1987 Audi 90 and 1987 Buick Riviera were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Riviera (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1987 Audi 90. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Riviera weights approximately 311 kg more than 1987 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1987 Buick Riviera (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi 90. (187 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi 90. 1987 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1987 Audi 90 has manual transmission. 1987 Audi 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 90 | 1987 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | 90 | Riviera |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2750 mm |
