1996 Audi A4 vs. 1971 Buick Riviera
To start off, 1996 Audi A4 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Buick Riviera (311 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1996 Audi A4. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Riviera weights approximately 740 kg more than 1996 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Buick Riviera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1971 Buick Riviera (617 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A4 | 1971 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A4 | Riviera |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2598 cc | 7468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 617 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3110 mm |
