1997 Buick Riviera vs. 2008 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Riviera (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2008 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 107 kg more than 1997 Buick Riviera.
Because 2008 Cadillac CTS 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 2008 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Buick Riviera, 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, 1997 Buick Riviera (364 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (233 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Buick Riviera | 2008 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Buick | Cadillac |
Model | Riviera | CTS |
Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 2597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 83.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.6 mm |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1788 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 68 L |