1967 Buick Riviera vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,048 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Buick Riviera (305 HP) has 135 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Buick Riviera weights approximately 403 kg more than 2011 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester 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.
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1967 Buick Riviera | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | Riviera | Forester |
Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7048 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 170 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |