1990 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1967 Riley 4
To start off, 1990 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Riley 4 would be higher. At 4,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Cadillac DeVille (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1967 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1967 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 392 kg more than 1967 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Riley 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Riley 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac DeVille, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Cadillac DeVille (325 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Riley 4. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Cadillac DeVille | 1967 Riley 4 | |
Make | Cadillac | Riley |
Model | DeVille | 4 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4467 cc | 1622 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1148 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2530 mm |