1991 Audi 100 vs. 1972 Buick Riviera
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Buick Riviera (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1991 Audi 100. (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Riviera weights approximately 534 kg more than 1991 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Buick Riviera (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 100. (250 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 1972 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | 100 | Riviera |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 7468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
