1991 Buick Riviera vs. 2000 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Seville 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 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Seville (271 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1991 Buick Riviera. (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 228 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.
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, 2000 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Buick Riviera. (285 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville 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 Seville | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | Riviera | Seville |
Year Released | 1991 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 4563 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |