1987 Buick Riviera vs. 2003 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2003 Subaru Impreza is newer by 16 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, 2003 Subaru Impreza (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1987 Buick Riviera. (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Riviera weights approximately 121 kg more than 2003 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2003 Subaru Impreza 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, 2003 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, 2003 Subaru Impreza (333 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Riviera. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Riviera. 1987 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2003 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2003 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 Buick Riviera | 2003 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | Riviera | Impreza |
Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 333 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2640 mm |