1972 Buick Riviera vs. 2002 Subaru Outback

To start off, 2002 Subaru Outback is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Buick Riviera (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Riviera weights approximately 550 kg more than 2002 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Outback 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, 1972 Buick Riviera (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Outback. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Outback.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Buick Riviera 2002 Subaru Outback
Make Buick Subaru
Model Riviera Outback
Year Released 1972 2002
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7468 cc 2457 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 250 HP 154 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 518 Nm 224 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2040 kg 1490 kg
Vehicle Length 5550 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 3110 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 64 L


 

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