1997 Buick Riviera vs. 2011 Audi A3
To start off, 2011 Audi A3 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1997 Buick Riviera. (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Riviera weights approximately 111 kg more than 2011 Audi A3.
Because 2011 Audi A3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A3 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, 1997 Buick Riviera (364 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A3. 1997 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2011 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2011 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Buick Riviera | 2011 Audi A3 | |
Make | Buick | Audi |
Model | Riviera | A3 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1422 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 60 L |