1989 Buick Riviera vs. 2007 Audi A4
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1989 Buick Riviera. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Riviera weights approximately 30 kg more than 2007 Audi A4.
Because 2007 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 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, 1989 Buick Riviera (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A4. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick Riviera | 2007 Audi A4 | |
Make | Buick | Audi |
Model | Riviera | A4 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1494 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |