1995 Buick Riviera vs. 2002 Cadillac DeVille
To start off, 2002 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 4,570 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac DeVille (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1995 Buick Riviera. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1995 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 5 kg more than 1995 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, 2002 Cadillac DeVille (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Buick Riviera. (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Buick Riviera | 2002 Cadillac DeVille | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | Riviera | DeVille |
Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4570 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |