1991 Buick Riviera vs. 2009 Audi A6
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1991 Buick Riviera. (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Riviera weights approximately 625 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
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, 2009 Audi A6 (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Buick Riviera. (285 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Buick Riviera | 2009 Audi A6 | |
Make | Buick | Audi |
Model | Riviera | A6 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3123 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2770 mm |