2005 Audi A4 vs. 1996 Buick Riviera
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (217 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1996 Buick Riviera. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Riviera weights approximately 2 kg more than 2005 Audi A4.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Buick Riviera (312 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (300 Nm). This means 1996 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1996 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A4 | Riviera |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
