2009 Audi Q5 vs. 1970 Buick Riviera
To start off, 2009 Audi Q5 is newer by 39 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, 1970 Buick Riviera (265 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2009 Audi Q5. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi Q5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Riviera weights approximately 256 kg more than 2009 Audi Q5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi Q5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q5 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, 1970 Buick Riviera (522 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi Q5. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi Q5. 1970 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi Q5 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi Q5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi Q5 | 1970 Buick Riviera | |
Make | Audi | Buick |
Model | Q5 | Riviera |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 7468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1986 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3030 mm |