1991 Buick Riviera vs. 2000 Cadillac Imaj
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Imaj is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 4,228 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Imaj is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Imaj (420 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1991 Buick Riviera. (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Imaj should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Imaj weights approximately 40 kg more than 1991 Buick Riviera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Cadillac Imaj is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Imaj 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, 2000 Cadillac Imaj (553 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Buick Riviera. (285 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Imaj will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick Riviera | 2000 Cadillac Imaj | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Riviera | Imaj |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 4228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 553 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3110 mm |
