2004 Audi S4 vs. 1970 Buick Riviera
To start off, 2004 Audi S4 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1970 Buick Riviera. (265 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Riviera weights approximately 91 kg more than 2004 Audi S4.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Buick Riviera (522 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi S4. (411 Nm). This means 1970 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi S4 | 1970 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | S4 | Riviera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 7468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1986 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3030 mm |
