1991 Buick Riviera vs. 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca
To start off, 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca (250 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1991 Buick Riviera. (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca weights approximately 113 kg more than 1991 Buick Riviera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru B9 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, 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca (298 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Buick Riviera. (285 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Buick Riviera | 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | Riviera | B9 Tribeca |
Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |