1987 Buick Riviera vs. 2010 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2010 Subaru Outback is newer by 23 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, 2010 Subaru Outback (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1987 Buick Riviera. (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Outback weights approximately 35 kg more than 1987 Buick Riviera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Outback. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Outback. 1987 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2010 Subaru Outback has manual transmission. 2010 Subaru Outback 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Riviera | 2010 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | Riviera | Outback |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2741 mm |
