1997 Buick Riviera vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1997 Buick Riviera is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Riviera (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Riviera weights approximately 696 kg more than 1979 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Subaru Leone 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, 1997 Buick Riviera (364 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone. 1997 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1979 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1979 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Buick Riviera | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | Riviera | Leone |
Year Released | 1997 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2390 mm |