1989 Buick Riviera vs. 2007 Cadillac DTS
To start off, 2007 Cadillac DTS is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac DTS (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1989 Buick Riviera. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Riviera.
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, 2007 Cadillac DTS (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Riviera. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Riviera | 2007 Cadillac DTS | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Riviera | DTS |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 4565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2940 mm |
