1997 Buick Riviera vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 16 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, 2013 Audi A6 (208 HP) has 28 more horse power than 1997 Buick Riviera. (180 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Riviera weights approximately 7 kg more than 2013 Audi A6.
Because 2013 Audi A6 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, 2013 Audi A6 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A6. (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Buick Riviera | 2013 Audi A6 | |
Make | Buick | Audi |
Model | Riviera | A6 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 208 HP |
Torque | 364 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1674 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4925 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2086 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2912 mm |