1996 Buick Riviera vs. 1992 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 1996 Buick Riviera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volkswagen Quantum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volkswagen Quantum would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Riviera (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1992 Volkswagen Quantum. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1992 Volkswagen Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Riviera weights approximately 570 kg more than 1992 Volkswagen Quantum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Buick Riviera (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volkswagen Quantum. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volkswagen Quantum.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Riviera | 1992 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Riviera | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2560 mm |
