1987 Buick Riviera vs. 2002 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2002 Subaru Outback is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Outback (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1987 Buick Riviera. (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Riviera weights approximately 11 kg more than 2002 Subaru Outback.
Because 2002 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 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, 1987 Buick Riviera (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Outback. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Riviera | 2002 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | Riviera | Outback |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
