1987 Buick Riviera vs. 2011 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2011 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 24 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, 2011 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1987 Buick Riviera. (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 368 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 2011 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2011 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2011 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Riviera. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Riviera | 2011 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | Riviera | Tribeca |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1869 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1687 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2748 mm |