1968 Buick Riviera vs. 2003 Subaru R2
To start off, 2003 Subaru R2 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,050 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Buick Riviera (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 2003 Subaru R2. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru R2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1060 kg more than 2003 Subaru R2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru R2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru R2 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, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 587 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru R2. (58 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru R2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Buick Riviera | 2003 Subaru R2 | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | Riviera | R2 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 645 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 56 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 30 L |
