1976 Buick Riviera vs. 2002 Cadillac XLR
To start off, 2002 Cadillac XLR is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 6,595 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac XLR (316 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1976 Buick Riviera. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Riviera weights approximately 111 kg more than 2002 Cadillac XLR.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1976 Buick Riviera (435 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac XLR. (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Riviera | 2002 Cadillac XLR | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | Riviera | XLR |
Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6595 cc | 4570 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1654 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2690 mm |