2003 Audi A3 vs. 1974 Buick Riviera
To start off, 2003 Audi A3 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Buick Riviera (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Audi A3. (246 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Riviera weights approximately 160 kg more than 2003 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1974 Buick Riviera (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A3. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A3 | 1974 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A3 | Riviera |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3188 cc | 7468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 95 L |
