1991 Buick Riviera vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza is newer by 16 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, 1991 Buick Riviera (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Riviera weights approximately 210 kg more than 2007 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza 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, 2007 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, 1991 Buick Riviera (285 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (186 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Buick Riviera | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | Riviera | Impreza |
Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |