1997 Buick Riviera vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 16 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Riviera (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Forester. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Riviera weights approximately 172 kg more than 2013 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester 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 (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Forester. 1997 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2013 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2013 Subaru Forester 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick Riviera | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | Riviera | Forester |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
