1997 Buick Riviera vs. 1967 Cadillac Calais
To start off, 1997 Buick Riviera is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,029 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Cadillac Calais (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1997 Buick Riviera. (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 309 kg more than 1997 Buick Riviera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick Riviera | 1967 Cadillac Calais | |
| Make | Buick | Cadillac |
| Model | Riviera | Calais |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 7029 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 82 L |
