1991 Buick Riviera vs. 2012 Audi Q3
To start off, 2012 Audi Q3 is newer by 21 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, 1991 Buick Riviera (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q3. (168 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q3.
Because 2012 Audi Q3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 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, 1991 Buick Riviera (285 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi Q3. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi Q3.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Buick Riviera | 2012 Audi Q3 | |
Make | Buick | Audi |
Model | Riviera | Q3 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1600 mm |