1971 Buick Riviera vs. 1969 Subaru FF-1
To start off, 1971 Buick Riviera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Subaru FF-1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Subaru FF-1 would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Buick Riviera (311 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1969 Subaru FF-1. (52 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1969 Subaru FF-1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1345 kg more than 1969 Subaru FF-1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Buick Riviera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Subaru FF-1, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1971 Buick Riviera (617 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 532 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Subaru FF-1. (85 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Subaru FF-1. 1971 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1969 Subaru FF-1 has manual transmission. 1969 Subaru FF-1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1971 Buick Riviera | 1969 Subaru FF-1 | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | Riviera | FF-1 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 617 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2430 mm |