2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1976 Buick Riviera
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1976 Buick Riviera. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1976 Buick Riviera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 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, 2009 Audi Q7 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Buick Riviera. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 1976 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | Audi | Buick |
| Model | Q7 | Riviera |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 5724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2950 mm |
