1996 Buick Riviera vs. 1989 Subaru XT
To start off, 1996 Buick Riviera is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Subaru XT would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Riviera (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1989 Subaru XT. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Riviera weights approximately 536 kg more than 1989 Subaru XT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Subaru XT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Subaru XT 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, 1996 Buick Riviera (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru XT. (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Riviera | 1989 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | Riviera | XT |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
