1976 Buick Riviera vs. 2001 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2001 Subaru Impreza is newer by 25 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 6,595 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Impreza (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1976 Buick Riviera. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Riviera weights approximately 331 kg more than 2001 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2001 Subaru Impreza 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, 2001 Subaru Impreza 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, 1976 Buick Riviera (435 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Impreza. (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Impreza. 1976 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2001 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2001 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick Riviera | 2001 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | Riviera | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6595 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2530 mm |
