2008 Audi A6 vs. 1995 Buick Riviera
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Riviera (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Riviera weights approximately 540 kg more than 2008 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Audi A6 (381 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Buick Riviera. (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 1995 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | A6 | Riviera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
