1997 Buick Riviera vs. 2004 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2004 Subaru Outback is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Buick Riviera 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 26 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Riviera weights approximately 191 kg more than 2004 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Outback 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, 2004 Subaru Outback 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Outback. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Buick Riviera | 2004 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | Riviera | Outback |
Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 64 L |