1976 Buick Riviera vs. 2004 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2004 Subaru Outback is newer by 28 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, 2004 Subaru Outback (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1976 Buick Riviera. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Riviera weights approximately 80 kg more than 2004 Subaru Outback.
Because 2004 Subaru Outback 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, 2004 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, 1976 Buick Riviera (435 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Outback. (285 Nm). This means 1976 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick Riviera | 2004 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | Riviera | Outback |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6595 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2530 mm |
