1996 Buick Riviera vs. 1993 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 1996 Buick Riviera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Subaru Vivio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Subaru Vivio 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 139 more horse power than 1993 Subaru Vivio. (63 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Riviera weights approximately 998 kg more than 1993 Subaru Vivio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Vivio. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Vivio. 1996 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1993 Subaru Vivio has manual transmission. 1993 Subaru Vivio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick Riviera | 1993 Subaru Vivio | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | Riviera | Vivio |
Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 658 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 702 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2320 mm |